Pentacarbonyliron (Fe(CO)₅) Reacts with Phosphorous Trifluoride (PF₃) and Hydrogen, Releasing

question 8

Multiple Choice

Pentacarbonyliron (Fe(CO) ₅) reacts with phosphorous trifluoride (PF₃) and hydrogen, releasing carbon monoxide:

The reaction of 5.0 mol of Fe(CO) ₅, 8.0 mol of PF₃ and 6.0 mol of H₂ will release _ _ mol of CO.

• A) 24
• B) 12
• C) 6.0
• D) 15
• E) 5.0

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