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Fe3+ and SCN- form a deep red complex. Adding Hg2+ to this mix will
Adeepen the red colour
Bfade the red colour
Cleave it unchanged
Dturn the mix violet
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. fade the red colour
Hg2+ removes SCN- ions, so the equilibrium shifts back and less red complex remains.
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