Rokühnite

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What is Rokühnite?

Iron(II) chloride, also known as ferrous chloride, is the chemical compound of formula FeCl2. It is a paramagnetic solid with a high melting point. The compound is white, but typical samples are often off-white. FeCl2 crystallizes from water as the greenish tetrahydrate, which is the form that is most commonly encountered in commerce and the laboratory. There is also a dihydrate. The compound is highly soluble in water, giving pale green solutions.

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Quick Facts

Physical Properties

Color
Colourless (transmitted light), light green
Density
2.35 g/cm³

Chemical Properties

Chemical Formula
FeCl2 · 2H2O
Elements
Cl, Fe, H, O
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