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Bleeding due to a cut can be stopped by applying ferric chloride solution in the laboratory. This is due to

A

coagulation of negatively charged blood particles by Fe3+Fe^{3+} ions.

B

coagulation of positively charged blood particles by ClCl^- ions.

C

reaction taking place between ferric ions and the haemoglobin forming a complex.

D

common element, iron, in both FeCl3FeCl_3 and haemoglobin.

Answer

coagulation of negatively charged blood particles by Fe3+Fe^{3+} ions.

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is (A): coagulation of negatively charged blood particles by Fe3+Fe^{3+} ions.