Microscale Chemistry - Iron chemistry - variable oxidation state
Description
The purpose of this experiment is to compare the chemistry of the two main oxidation states of iron (a first row transition element) and to consider explanations for any differences observed.
Type of Activity
:
class practical
Audience
:
Teacher
Age Group
:
16 to 18 years
Subjects
:
Practical chemistryStandard laboratory proceduresLaboratory skills developmentd-block elements and compoundsd-block/Transition metals: electron structures and oxidation statesd-block/Transition metals and compoundsd-block/Transition metal complexesCommon chemical reactionsReactions involving metalsPrecipitationReactions involving electron transferRedoxDisplacement reactionsReactions by electron pair sharing
