Understanding Ferric Compounds: Definition, Examples, and Properties

Ferric is an adjective used to describe something that contains or is composed of iron (Fe) in its +3 oxidation state. In chemistry, the term "ferric" is often used to distinguish iron compounds that contain the +3 oxidation state from those that contain the +2 oxidation state, which are called ferrous.

Examples of ferric compounds include:

* Iron(III) chloride (FeCl3)
* Iron(III) sulfate (Fe2(SO4)3)
* Iron(III) oxide (Fe2O3)
* Hemoglobin, which contains iron in the +3 state and is responsible for carrying oxygen in the blood.

In general, ferric compounds are more likely to be reactive and have a higher oxidizing power than ferrous compounds, because the +3 oxidation state has a higher energy level than the +2 state.

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