Question

State the main characteristics of a compound with special reference to the compound iron [II] sulphide.

Answer 1

CHARACTERISTICS OF COMPOUND :

1. Components in definite proportion e.g. compound iron [II] sulphide FeS element Iron and sulphur are in definite ratio.
2. Compound is Homogeneous.
3. Particles in a compound are of J kind composition of iron (II) sulphide is uniform and components cannot be seen separately.
4. Compound has definite set of properties.
5. Component in FeS do not retain their original properties, i.e. iron cannot be attracted by a magnet, sulphur is insoluble in CS₂ and Fe does not gives H₂ with dil. acid. This means compound formed has new properties.