Formula C6Fe2O12 | Molar mass 375.747 g/mol | |
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Appearance Pale yellow solid (anhydrous); Lime green solid (hexahydrate) | ||
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Ferric oxalate, also known as iron(III) oxalate, is a chemical compound composed of ferric ions and oxalate ligands; it may also be regarded as the ferric salt of oxalic acid. The anhydrous material is pale yellow; however, it may be hydrated to form Fe2(C2O4)3ยท6H2O which is bright green in colour
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Like many oxalates, ferric oxalate has been investigated as a short term treatment for dentin hypersensitivity. It is used in certain toothpaste formulations; however, its effectiveness has been questioned.
It is used as the light-sensitive element in the Kallitype photographic printing process.
Potassium ferric oxalate
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