Ferric Phosphate Precipitation (Water Treatment)

FeCl3 + Na3PO4 → FePO4↓ + 3NaCl

概述

Iron(III) chloride reacts with trisodium phosphate to form an insoluble yellowish-white precipitate of iron(III) phosphate (Ksp = 9.9 × 10⁻¹⁶). This precipitation is the primary method for removing phosphate from wastewater to prevent eutrophication of receiving waters.

参与者

角色 物质 系数 状态
反应物 Iron(III) Chloride FeCl₃ 1 (aq)
产物 Sodium Chloride NaCl 3 (aq)

日常示例

Iron phosphate is used as an organic slug bait in gardens, sold under brand names like Sluggo. It is safe around pets and wildlife.

工业重要性

化学除磷是防止湖泊和水库富营养化的关键措施。铁盐(FeCl₃、FeSO₄)和铝盐是最常用的化学沉淀剂,全球每年处理数十亿升污水。

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Ferric Phosphate Precipitation (Water Treatment)?
The balanced equation is: FeCl₃ + Na₃PO₄ → FePO₄↓ + 3NaCl.
What type of reaction is Ferric Phosphate Precipitation (Water Treatment)?
Ferric Phosphate Precipitation (Water Treatment) is a precipitation reaction.
Is Ferric Phosphate Precipitation (Water Treatment) exothermic or endothermic?
Ferric Phosphate Precipitation (Water Treatment) is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -95.0 kJ/mol.