Iron(II) acetate
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| Iron(II) acetate | |
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| Systematic name | Iron(II) acetate |
| Other names | Ferrous acetate |
| Molecular formula | (CH3COO)2Fe |
| Molar mass | 173.93 g/mol |
| CAS number | [3094-87-9] |
| Density | g/cm3 |
| Solubility (water) | Very soluble |
| Melting point | 190–200 °C (dec) |
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Iron(II) acetate is an off-white or light brown solid ionic compound of iron. It is highly soluble in water and it forms a light green tetrahydrate. Iron(II) acetate is manufactured from scrap iron and acetic acid, and it is used as a mordant by the dye industry.
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