Manipal MET2019Chemistryd and f Block Elements
Pure conc. HNO ₃ make iron passive, as the surface is covered with protective layer of
Options
- AFe ₂ O ₃
- BFeO
- CFe ₃ O ₄
- DFe ( NO ₃ )₃
Correct answer
C. Fe ₃ O ₄
Step-by-step solution
HNO ₃ is a strong oxidising agent. So it oxidise iron and form a layer of Fe ₃ O ₄ that works as protective layer.