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The aqueous solution of FeCl(3) is acidi...

The aqueous solution of `FeCl_(3)` is acidic due to

A

Acidic impurities

B

Ionisation

C

Hydrolysis

D

Dissociation

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The correct Answer is:
C
`FeCl_(3)` is a salt of weak base `(Fe(OH)_(3))` and strong acid `(HCl)`.
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