Properties and Behavior of FeCl3

The video explores whether FeCl3, iron(III) chloride, is an electrolyte. It defines an electrolyte as a substance that dissolves in water to produce ions, enabling it to conduct electricity. FeCl3 is identified as an ionic compound, composed of iron and chlorine ions. The video explains that FeCl3 is soluble in water, dissociating into Fe3+ and Cl- ions, which allows it to conduct electricity effectively. Therefore, FeCl3 is classified as a strong electrolyte.

What is the primary focus of the video?

• The uses of chlorine in industry

• The history of iron compounds

• The nature of FeCl3 as an electrolyte

• The properties of water

What type of compound is FeCl3?

• Ionic compound

• Covalent compound

• Metallic compound

• Organic compound

Why is FeCl3 considered soluble in water?

• Because it is a covalent compound

• Because it is a gas at room temperature

• Because compounds with chlorine are generally soluble

• Because it reacts with water to form a new compound

What ions are produced when FeCl3 dissolves in water?

• Fe2+ and Cl2-

• Fe2+ and Cl-

• Fe3+ and Cl2-

• Fe3+ and Cl-

How many chloride ions are produced for each iron ion when FeCl3 dissolves?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

What property of FeCl3 allows it to conduct electricity well?

• Its ability to form covalent bonds

• Its dissociation into ions in water

• Its high melting point

• Its metallic nature

How is FeCl3 classified in terms of its electrolyte strength?

• Moderate electrolyte

• Weak electrolyte

• Non-electrolyte

• Strong electrolyte