In the reaction Fe3+(aq) + SCN-(aq) [Fe(SCN)]2+(aq), which is deep red, what happens if oxalic acid (H2C2O4) is added, which reacts with Fe3+ ions?

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In the reaction Fe3+(aq) + SCN-(aq) <=> [Fe(SCN)]2+(aq), which is deep red, what happens if oxalic acid (H2C2O4) is added, which reacts with Fe3+ ions?

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The red color decreases as equilibrium shifts left.

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In the reaction Fe3+(aq) + SCN-(aq) <=> [Fe(SCN)]2+(aq), which is deep red, what happens if oxalic acid (H2C2O4) is added, which reacts with Fe3+ ions?

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