Iron Reacting with Copper(II) Chloride
Fe + CuCl2 → FeCl2 + Cu
Overview
Iron replaces copper in copper(II) chloride solution because iron is more reactive. The green copper(II) chloride solution turns pale green as iron(II) chloride forms, and copper metal deposits on the iron surface. This demonstrates the activity series of metals.
Participants
| Role | Substance | Coefficient | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reactant | Iron Fe | 1 | (s) |
| Reactant | Iron(III) Chloride FeCl₃ | 1 | (aq) |
| Product | Copper Cu | 1 | (s) |
Everyday Example
This reaction can be observed when iron garden tools are left in contact with copper-containing fungicide solutions.
Industrial Importance
Used in copper recovery processes and in the production of iron(II) chloride, which serves as a flocculant in water treatment.
Properties
- Type
- Single Replacement
- Reversible
- No
- Energy
- Exothermic
- ΔH
- -148.0 kJ/mol
Related Reactions
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Aluminum Reacting with Iron(III) Oxide (Thermite)
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Calcium Reacting with Water
Carbon Reducing Iron Oxide in Blast Furnace
Chlorine Displacing Bromine from Sodium Bromide
Chlorine Displacing Iodine from Potassium Iodide
Copper Displacing Silver from Silver Nitrate
Fluorine Displacing Chlorine from Sodium Chloride
Hydrogen Reducing Copper Oxide
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the equation for Iron Reacting with Copper(II) Chloride?
The balanced equation is: Fe + CuCl₂ → FeCl₂ + Cu.
What type of reaction is Iron Reacting with Copper(II) Chloride?
Iron Reacting with Copper(II) Chloride is a single replacement reaction.
Is Iron Reacting with Copper(II) Chloride exothermic or endothermic?
Iron Reacting with Copper(II) Chloride is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -148.0 kJ/mol.