Question
Chemistry Question on Classification of elements & periodicity in properties
Ferric chloride is applied to stop bleeding because-
A
Fe3+ ions coagulate blood which is a negatively charged sol.
B
FeCl3 reacts with the constituents of blood which is a positively charged sol.
C
Blood absorbs FeCl3 and forms a complex.
D
Cl– ions cause coagulation of blood.
Answer
Fe3+ ions coagulate blood which is a negatively charged sol.
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (A): Fe3+ ions coagulate blood which is a negatively charged sol.