Multiple choice general knowledge

What is the chemical name of Fe(OH)2 ?

  1. Iron hydroxide

  2. Ferrous hydroxide

  3. Di-Hydrogen iron oxide

  4. Hydrogen feroxide
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Explanation

Fe(OH)2 is Ferrous hydroxide, where iron is in the +2 oxidation state (Fe2+). The term 'ferrous' specifically refers to Fe2+, while 'ferric' refers to Fe3+.

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