The above chemical equation describes the reaction process between Iron (II) Sulfate (FeSO4) and Ammonium Carbonate ((NH4)2CO3) to form Iron (II) Carbonate (FeCO3) and Ammonium Sulfate ((NH4)2SO4).
- Reaction Conditions
For the reaction to take place, both reactants need to be thoroughly mixed in the solution and the reaction should be carried out at room temperature.
- Reaction Process
When mixing FeSO4 and (NH4)2CO3 in a solution, their ions will interact with each other to form new products. Iron (II) ions (Fe2+) will combine with Carbonate ions (CO3 2-) to form Iron (II) Carbonate (FeCO3). The collision between Sulfate ions (SO4 2-) and Ammonium ions (NH4+) will create Ammonium Sulfate ((NH4)2SO4).
- Occurrence Phenomenon
When the reaction occurs, you will see a precipitate appearing in the solution. That is Iron (II) Carbonate, a yellow-brown solid. The remaining solution containing Ammonium Sulfate will not change color.