Cerium(IV) Reduction by Iron(II)

Ce4+ + Fe2+ → Ce3+ + Fe3+

Ikhtisar

Cerium(IV) is a strong oxidizing agent that oxidizes iron(II) to iron(III) in a one-electron transfer. This reaction has a 1:1 stoichiometry, making it useful for precise titrations. Cerium(IV) solutions are yellow while cerium(III) is colorless, providing a visual endpoint.

Peserta

Peran Zat Koefisien Keadaan
Reaktan Cerium Ce 1 (aq)
Produk Iron Fe 1 (aq)

Contoh Sehari-hari

Cerimetry is taught in analytical chemistry courses as an alternative to permanganate titrations with certain advantages in precision.

Pentingnya dalam Industri

Cerimetric titration is used in pharmaceutical analysis, environmental monitoring, and in the nuclear industry for uranium and plutonium assays.

Sifat

Jenis
Redox
Dapat Dibalik
Tidak
Energi
Eksoterm
ΔH
-88,0 kJ/mol

Reaksi Terkait

Iron(II) to Iron(III) Oxidation by Oxygen Bleaching with Sodium Hypochlorite Copper Reduction of Silver Ion Aqua Regia Dissolving Gold Copper Oxidation by Nitric Acid Hypochlorite Oxidation of Hydrogen Peroxide Hydrogen Peroxide as Oxidizing Agent (Acidic) Hydrogen Peroxide Disproportionation Iodine and Sodium Thiosulfate Titration Displacement of Hydrogen from Acid by Magnesium

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Cerium(IV) Reduction by Iron(II)?
The balanced equation is: Ce⁴⁺ + Fe²⁺ → Ce³⁺ + Fe³⁺.
What type of reaction is Cerium(IV) Reduction by Iron(II)?
Cerium(IV) Reduction by Iron(II) is a redox reaction.
Is Cerium(IV) Reduction by Iron(II) exothermic or endothermic?
Cerium(IV) Reduction by Iron(II) is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -88.0 kJ/mol.