Fe2(S2O4)3, also known as Iron(III) thiosulphate or thiosulphate iron, is a compound that each molecule contains two iron (Fe) atoms and three thiosulphate radicals (S2O4)2-. The iron in this compound has an oxidation number of +3.
Physical properties: Fe2(S2O4)3 often appears as brown crystals, has no distinctive smell and is insoluble in water. In terms of chemical properties, it can react with other substances to form new compounds.
Fe2(S2O4)3 can be synthesized through the reaction between iron and sodium thiosulphate. In the laboratory, this is usually achieved by dissolving iron powder in a solution of sodium thiosulphate.
In industry, Fe2(S2O4)3 can be produced through the reaction between iron and thiosulphate, using high heat and pressure.
The general equation for the reactions of Fe2(S2O4)3 usually includes reactions with metals, acids, non-metals, and salts. Some typical reactions may include:
- Fe2(S2O4)3 + 2Na -> 2FeNa + 3S2O4
- Fe2(S2O4)3 + 2HCl -> FeCl3 + H2S2O4
However, the specific reactions may depend on the conditions and the extent of the reaction.