ferric

/'ferik/

Thân thiện

The scientist adds ferric chloride to the solution.

Definition

Adjective 1. Of, relating to, or containing iron, especially in its trivalent (Fe³⁺) state: In chemistry, "ferric" specifically describes compounds or ions where iron has a valence of +3. It is the higher oxidation state compared to ferrous (Fe²⁺).

Usage

The term "ferric" is primarily used in scientific, industrial, and technical contexts, particularly in chemistry, metallurgy, and biology, to specify the form or compound of iron involved.

Examples

• Adjective:
  • The reddish-brown color of the soil is due to the presence of ferric oxide.
  • Ferric chloride is commonly used as a coagulant in water treatment plants.
  • The patient had a high level of ferric iron in his blood test results.

Advanced Usage

• "Ferric state": Refers specifically to the condition of iron having a +3 oxidation state.
  • In this reaction, the iron is oxidized from the ferrous to the ferric state.
• "Ferric ion" (Fe³⁺): The ionic form of iron with a charge of +3.
  • The ferric ion is less soluble in water than the ferrous ion.

Variants and Related Words

• Ferrous (adj): Of, relating to, or containing iron, especially in its divalent (Fe²⁺) state. (e.g., ).
• Ferricyanide (n): A salt containing the anion [Fe(CN)₆]³⁻.
• Ferrite (n): A ceramic compound consisting of mixed metal oxides with iron(III) oxide (Fe₂O₃) as a principal component.

Synonyms

• Iron(III): The systematic chemical name for the Fe³⁺ state. (e.g., is synonymous with ).
• Ferric iron: A more descriptive synonym.

Antonyms

• Ferrous: Pertaining to iron in its +2 oxidation state.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. of or relating to or containing iron

Từ đồng nghĩa

• ferrous