Iron Reacting with Hydrochloric Acid

Fe + 2HCl → FeCl2 + H2

Übersicht

Iron dissolves in hydrochloric acid to produce iron(II) chloride and hydrogen gas. The reaction proceeds at a moderate rate, producing green iron(II) chloride solution and gas bubbles. Warming the acid or using powdered iron increases the reaction rate significantly.

Teilnehmer

Rolle Substanz Koeffizient Zustand
Reaktant Iron Fe 1 (s)
Reaktant Hydrochloric Acid HCl 2 (aq)
Produkt Hydrogen H 1 (g)

Alltägliches Beispiel

Steel (iron) structures corroding faster in coastal areas is partly due to the reaction of iron with acidic chloride-containing sea spray.

Industrielle Bedeutung

Iron(II) chloride is used as a reducing agent, in water treatment as a flocculant, and in the production of iron-based pigments.

Eigenschaften

Typ
Single Replacement
Reversibel
Nein
Energie
Exotherm
ΔH
-89,1 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Iron Reacting with Hydrochloric Acid?
The balanced equation is: Fe + 2HCl → FeCl₂ + H₂.
What type of reaction is Iron Reacting with Hydrochloric Acid?
Iron Reacting with Hydrochloric Acid is a single replacement reaction.
Is Iron Reacting with Hydrochloric Acid exothermic or endothermic?
Iron Reacting with Hydrochloric Acid is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -89.1 kJ/mol.