Chemistryhard · Past Paper

What is the oxidation state of Iron in Fe3O4?

A+2
B+3
CMixed +2 and +3
D+4

✓ Correct Answer: CMixed +2 and +3

Magnetite (Fe3O4) is a mixed oxide containing both FeO (Fe2+) and Fe2O3 (Fe3+).

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