1. Identify the compound type:
* K₃Fe(CN)₆ is a complex salt. This means it contains a complex ion (a metal ion surrounded by ligands) and counter ions.
2. Break down the compound:
* K₃: This represents three potassium ions (K⁺).
* Fe(CN)₆: This represents the complex ion [Fe(CN)₆]³⁻. It consists of:
* Fe³⁺: One iron(III) ion.
* 6 CN⁻: Six cyanide ions (each cyanide ion is a ligand).
3. Count the total ions:
* 3 potassium ions (K⁺)
* 1 iron(III) ion (Fe³⁺)
* 6 cyanide ions (CN⁻)
Therefore, there are a total of 10 ions in K₃Fe(CN)₆.
