The reaction of K₃[Fe(CN)₆] with freshly prepared FeSO₄ solution produces a dark blue precipitate called Turnbull's blue. Reaction of K₄[Fe(CN)₆] with the FeSO₄ solution in complete absence of air produces a white precipitate X, which turns blue in air. Mixing the FeSO₄ solution with NaNO₃, followed by a slow addition of concentrated H₂SO₄ through the side of the test tube produces a brown ring.

The reaction of K₃[Fe(CN)₆] with freshly prepared FeSO₄ solution produces a dark blue precipitate called Turnbull's blue. Reaction of K₄[Fe(CN)₆] with the FeSO₄ solution in complete absence of air produces a white precipitate X, which turns blue in air. Mixing the FeSO₄ solution with NaNO₃, followed by a slow addition of concentrated H₂SO₄ through the side of the test tube produces a brown ring.