Ferric Sulphate
Ferric Sulphate
FERRIC SULPHATE
Ferric Sulphate [Fe2(SO4)3] is a chemical compound having sulphate ions and iron in its oxidation state. Having a primary hazard as a threat to the environment, it is used as a soil conditioner. It is an iron molecular entity and has a role of a catalyst, mordant and astringent. It can form a soluble iron cation by reacting with organics, as its solution is corrosive.
USES AND APPLICATIONS FOR Ferric Sulphate
- It operates as a chemical agent to form sulphuric acid.
- Its primary use is in wastewater treatment to eliminate Sulphur odor.
- It is used in sewage treatment.
- It works as mordant in dyeing.
- It serves in baths to clean metals.
- It helps to stop bleeding.
- It is used as a solid separation agent and an oxidizing agent.
- It is used in medicines.
- Sometimes, Ferric Sulphate is used in pickling baths for steel and aluminum.
- Sulphate is a reducing agent, thus Ferric Sulphate is used as a catalyst component in some reactions.
Preparation
It is produced by the reaction of a solution of ferrous sulfate, oxidizing agent, and sulphuric acid. It is also prepared by adding ferric hydroxide to sulphuric acid.
Chemical Properties
- It reacts with acids.
- It is not soluble in alcohol, ammonia, and acetone.
- It has a refractive index of 1.814.
- It is corrosive to copper alloys and galvanized steel.
- Its vapor pressure is 0000.34mmHg.
- It is not flammable or combustible.
- It is hygroscopic.