Question

When NH4SCN is added to a solution of Fe3+ ions, the solution changes from yellow to orange. What is the best explanation for this color change?

Answer 1

Answer:

The iron present in the solution is reduced because of the presence of SCN⁻ ions in solution

Explanation:

The clue in this problem is the color of the solution:

A solution of Fe³⁻ is yellow but when the Fe³⁺ is reduced by an oxidant to Fe²⁺ the solution change to orange color.

The SCN⁻ ion is a reducing agent than, in presence of a substance that can be reducted as Fe³⁺ ion will promote the reaction. That means the best explanation is:

The iron present in the solution is reduced because of the presence of SCN⁻ ions in solution