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Published on: August 13, 2026
Which of the following statements is correct with reference to the ferric ions?
A
gives brown colour with potassium ferricyanide B
gives blue precipitate with potassium ferrocyanide. C
gives yellow colour with potassium thiocyanate. D
gives white colour with ammonium hydroxide.
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
The blue precipitate of 
ion with potassium ferrocyanide is due to formation of "Prussian
blue".
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