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"Inorganic Experiments" by J. Derek Woollins is a foundational university laboratory manual covering synthetic and spectroscopic techniques, featuring experiments with phosphorus-sulfur compounds like Woollins' Reagent and modern characterization methods. Online resources, including the Internet Archive, provide access to this comprehensive guide on inorganic synthesis and analysis.

1. Classic & Modern Synthesis

3.2 Procedure

1. Preparation of Ferrous Oxalate: A solution of ferrous ammonium sulfate (5.0 g) in dilute sulfuric acid was prepared. A solution of oxalic acid was added dropwise with stirring. A yellow precipitate of ferrous oxalate formed immediately. The precipitate was collected via suction filtration and washed with warm water to remove sulfate ions.
2. Oxidation: The moist yellow precipitate was transferred to a beaker. A solution of potassium oxalate (2.5 g) was added. The mixture was heated to 40°C. Hydrogen peroxide was added dropwise with vigorous stirring until the yellow solid dissolved and the solution turned brown/green, indicating oxidation to Iron(III).
3. Crystallization: The solution was heated further to concentrate, then cooled in an ice bath. Emerald green crystals formed.
4. Isolation: The crystals were collected via suction filtration, washed with a small amount of ice-cold water followed by ethanol, and allowed to dry.

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