Definition

A type of salt that contains a specific chemical group made of iron and cyanide, often used to create blue pigments.

Example

The artist used ferricyanide to create vibrant blue colors in his paintings.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of ferricyanide?

Yeah, isn't it used in making those blue pigments?

Exactly! I was reading about its properties and found it fascinating.

It really is interesting how chemistry can create such vibrant colors.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ferricyanide is formed from "ferri-" (from Latin "ferrum", meaning iron) and "cyanide" (from Greek "kyanos", meaning dark blue). The term refers to a compound containing iron and cyanide ions, often recognized for its deep blue color in certain chemical forms.

Memory Tip

Think of 'iron' ('ferri-') combined with 'dark blue' ('cyanide') to remember that ferricyanide is a compound involving iron that has a blue color.

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