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- Detailed information about the equation CuCl2 + Fe -> FeCl2 + Cu
- This is a substitution reaction in chemistry. In this reaction, the Cu2+ ion in CuCl2 is replaced by the Fe2+ ion from iron to form FeCl2, while releasing copper atoms.
- Reaction conditions
- This reaction takes place at room temperature with the presence of flame or high temperature to ensure the contact between the chemical elements.
- Reaction process
- Firstly, CuCl2 interacts with Fe, leading to the replacement of Cu2+ ions by Fe2+ ions to form FeCl2.
- During this process, Cu atoms are released and separated from the CuCl2 complex.
- The result of the reaction is the formation of FeCl2 and copper atoms.
- Phenomena occurring
- When the reaction occurs, you will see a color change of the solution from the blue of CuCl2 to the green of FeCl2.
- Simultaneously, you will see the red particles of copper being released from the solution.