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  • Iron and Chlorine Chemical Formulas: FeCl₂ & FeCl₃ Explained
    The chemical formula for iron and chlorine depends on the oxidation state of iron. Here are the most common possibilities:

    * Iron(II) chloride: FeCl₂ (Iron in +2 oxidation state)

    * Iron(III) chloride: FeCl₃ (Iron in +3 oxidation state)

    You'll need to know the specific oxidation state of iron to determine the correct formula.

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