Cerium(IV) Reduction by Iron(II)

Ce4+ + Fe2+ → Ce3+ + Fe3+

Tổng quan

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.

Người tham gia

Vai trò Chất Hệ số Trạng thái
Chất phản ứng Cerium Ce 1 (aq)
Sản phẩm Iron Fe 1 (aq)

Ví dụ thực tế

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

Tầm quan trọng công nghiệp

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

Tính chất

Loại
Redox
Thuận nghịch
Không
Năng lượng
Tỏa nhiệt
ΔH
-88,0 kJ/mol

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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.