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Hi,

I think its as follows:

Fe + 2 HCl → FeCl2 + H2

Not sure though

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Any dilute acid will react with iron:

2Fe + 6H+ --> 2Fe3+(aq) + 3H2,(gas)

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We did this at school and it created an unforgettable stench! It was disgusting

Yes it smelt like rotten month old punani.

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