Ferric Chloride Anhydrous( FeCl₃.) – 500g
Key Properties:
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Chemical Formula: FeCl₃.
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Appearance: A yellow-brown crystalline solid.
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Solubility: Soluble in water, where it forms ferric chloride solution, which is typically yellow to brown in color.
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Hygroscopic: Absorbs moisture from the air, making it anhydrous unless stored in a dry environment.
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Reactivity: It is an oxidizing agent and reacts with water or alcohol to release hydrochloric acid and produce ferric hydroxide.
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Density: Around 2.9 g/cm³.
Uses:
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Water Treatment: Often used in the treatment of drinking water and sewage to remove impurities and clarify water.
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Etching: Commonly used in PCB (Printed Circuit Board) etching processes for metal removal.
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Chemical Reactions: Used as a catalyst in certain organic reactions, such as the chlorination of organic compounds.
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Laboratory Reagent: Employed as a reagent in the synthesis of other compounds and in analytical chemistry to detect the presence of certain anions.
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Corrosion Studies: Used in the study of corrosion due to its strong oxidative properties.
