Question

balance the equation
fecl₃ + naoh → fe(oh)₃ + nacl

Explanation:

Step1: Balance Cl atoms

We have \(FeCl_3\) on the left and \(NaCl\) on the right. To balance Cl, since there are 3 Cl in \(FeCl_3\), we put 3 in front of \(NaCl\).
\(FeCl_3+NaOH
ightarrow Fe(OH)_3 + 3NaCl\)

Step2: Balance Na atoms

Now, for Na, we have 3 Na in \(3NaCl\). So we put 3 in front of \(NaOH\).
\(FeCl_3 + 3NaOH
ightarrow Fe(OH)_3+3NaCl\)

Step3: Check other atoms

Check Fe: 1 on both sides. Check O: 3 on both sides. Check H: 3 on both sides.

Answer:

\(1FeCl_3 + 3NaOH
ightarrow1Fe(OH)_3 + 3NaCl\)