This equation describes the reaction process between iron(III) chloride (FeCl3) and potassium cyanide (KCN) to form potassium chloride (KCl) and iron(III) cyanide (Fe(CN)3).
- Reaction conditions:
This reaction easily occurs at room temperature and standard pressure.
- Reaction process:
In the reaction process, one molecule of iron(III) chloride reacts with three molecules of potassium cyanide to produce three molecules of potassium chloride and one molecule of iron(III) cyanide.
- Observable phenomena:
Chemical reactions generally do not produce any special observable phenomena. However, a color change can be seen, from the brown of iron(III) chloride to the deep blue of iron(III) cyanide, and the precipitation of potassium chloride.
Note: Potassium cyanide is a powerful poison, which can pose risks to health and the environment if not handled properly.