Iron+26



iron is a relatively abundant element in the universe. Iron is a vital constituent of plant and animal life, and is the key component of haemoglobin. name: Iron symbol: Fe atomic number:55.847 atomic weight: 55.845 (2) standard state: solid at 298 K CAS Registry ID: 7439-89-6 Group in periodic table:8 group name: (none) period in periodic table: 4 block in periodic table: d-block color- lustrous, metallic, greyish tinge classification: Metallic

The pure metal is very reactive chemically, and rapidly corrodes, especially in moist air or at elevated temperatures. Iron metal is a silvery, lustrous metal which has important magnetic properties. Iron filings salts cause sparks in flames. it is not normally necessary to make iron in the laboratory as it is available commercially.The Fe(CO)5 is a volatile oily complex which is easily flushed from the reaction vessel leaving the impurities behind.