What is the formula for the compound iron (III) sulfate?

A.
FeSO4
B.
Fe3(SO4)2
C.
Fe2(SO4)3
D.
Fe2(SO2)4
E.
Fe3(SO4)5

1 answer

The formula for iron (III) sulfate is C. Fe2(SO4)3.

In this compound, iron has a +3 oxidation state (indicated by the (III)), and each sulfate ion (SO4) has a -2 charge. To balance the charges, you need two iron ions (+6 total) and three sulfate ions (-6 total), leading to the formula Fe2(SO4)3.