Question

why is FeCl3 more stable than FeCl2?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

The outermost electrons in 4s2 are readily given out to Chlorine. But it requires a further catalyst or oxidant like Oxygen or H2O2 etc, to give out an unpaired 3d^6 electron from d orbitals. In general , Ferric compounds are more stable as compared to Ferrous Fe compounds.

Answer 2

Answer:

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The outermost electrons in 4s2 are readily given out to Chlorine. But it requires a further catalyst or oxidant like Oxygen or H2O2 etc, to give out an unpaired 3d^6 electron from d orbitals. In general , Ferric [ Fe (III) ] compounds are more stable as compared to Ferrous ( Fe (II) ) compounds.