JEE MAIN - Chemistry (2012 - No. 16)
Iron exhibits + 2 and +3 oxidation states. Which of the following statements about iron is incorrect?
Ferrous oxide is more basic in nature than the ferric oxide
Ferrous compounds are relatively more ionic than the corresponding ferric compounds
Ferrous compounds are less volatile than the corresponding ferric compounds
Ferrous compounds are more easily hydrolysed than the corresponding ferric compounds.
Обяснение
$$F{e^{3 + }}$$ is easily hydrolysed than $$F{e^{2 + }}$$ due to more positive charge.