Question:
Why is Fe(OH)3 colloid positively charged, when prepared by adding FeCl3 to hot water?
Solution:
When FeCl3 is added to hot water, the hydrated ferric oxide is formed. This hydrated ferric oxide preferably adsorbs Fe3+ ions resulting in the positively-charged colloid.
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