Question

Statement 1: The aqueous solution of $FeCl_3$ is basic in nature.
Statement 2:$FeCl_3$ hydrolyses in water

• A. If both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true and the statement 2 is the correct explanation o f the statement 1.
• B. If both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true but statement 2 is not the correct explanation o f the statement 1.
• C. If Statement 1 is true but Statement 2 is false.
• D. If Statement 1 is false but Statement 2 is true

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

The aqueous solution of $FeCl_3$ is acidic in nature because $FeCl_3$ hydrolyse in water to produce acid ion.
$FeCl_{3}+3H_{2}O\to Fe\left(OH\right)_{3}+3HCl$