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What is the precipitate formed when Ammonia solution is added to Ferric Chloride solution?

AWhite precipitate of $NH_4Cl$
BReddish-brown precipitate of $Fe(OH)_3$
CBlue precipitate of $Cu(OH)_2$
DGreen precipitate of $Fe(OH)_2$

✓ Correct Answer: BReddish-brown precipitate of $Fe(OH)_3$

Ammonium hydroxide (from ammonia in water) reacts with ferric chloride to form insoluble reddish-brown ferric hydroxide.

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