Question

why ? fe + h20 ---------→ f3O4 + h2
why not
fe + h20 ------→ fe2O3 + h20
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Answer 1

Answer:

This reaction does not occur under the normal conditions, because Fe is not reactive enough.

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Answer 2

Hi

Fe3O4 stands for Ferroso Ferric Oxide.

Fe3O4 -> Fe2O3.FeO

Hope you Understand The Explanation.

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