A chemial test to distinguish between iron(Fe) and iron sulphide(FeS)..without using a magnet

A magent is not a chemical test anyway.

This question has been answered several times in the last few days.

Also it is iron sulfide, the ph spelling went out of use internationally some 15+ years ago.

See for example my answer on Monday, February 9, 2009 at 11:04am.

Hi there

Please please help me. I'm a mom trying to find the answer for my child. Do not have intenet at home and have been to the library for 3 hours and one th internet at work for 5 hours and still cannot find an answer. I stumbled across the website by luck (aren't very good with computers) I need the answer to this really bad and also as how to do a physical test to separate a mixture of iron and sulfur. Would a simple test like pouring water on the mixture help? The iron will sink to the bottom and sulfur will stay afloat. Then i just "spoon" the sulfur from the water? If you know of anything else, please please help. I also do not know how to search for the answer you gave on 9/2/09 (too stupid) Your help is highly appreciated

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To distinguish between iron (Fe) and iron sulfide (FeS) without using a magnet, you can perform a chemical test known as a "hydrochloric acid (HCl) reaction test." Here's how you can do it:

1. Prepare a small amount of both substances you want to test (Fe and FeS) separately. Ensure that they are in powdered or small solid form.

2. Take two test tubes and label them as "Fe" and "FeS" respectively.

3. Place a small amount of the respective substance in each test tube. Make sure the amount is enough to observe the reaction.

4. Add a few drops of hydrochloric acid (HCl) to each test tube. Be cautious and follow safety guidelines while handling acids.

5. Observe the reaction in each test tube carefully.

- If the substance in the "Fe" test tube is iron (Fe), you will see steady bubbling and effervescence, along with the formation of a greenish-brown precipitate. This greenish-brown precipitate is iron(III) chloride (FeCl3).

- If the substance in the "FeS" test tube is iron sulfide (FeS), the reaction will produce hydrogen sulfide gas (H2S). You will observe a distinct smell of rotten eggs. Additionally, the solution may turn slightly cloudy due to the formation of sulfur (S).

It's important to note that safety precautions should be followed when handling chemicals, and this test should be performed in a well-ventilated area or under a fume hood due to the release of hydrogen sulfide gas.

This chemical test provides a qualitative way to distinguish between iron and iron sulfide based on their different reactions with hydrochloric acid.