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nessler's reagent

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Nessler's reagent

[nes-lerz]
–noun
an aqueous solution of potassium iodide, mercuric chloride, and potassium hydroxide, used as a test for the presence of ammonia.
Also called Nessler's solution.


Origin:
1870–75; see nesslerize
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Main Entry: Ness·ler's reagent
Pronunciation: 'nes-l&rz-
Function: noun
: an alkaline solution of potassium mercuric iodide used in chemicalanalysis especially in a test for ammonia in aqueous solution (as when obtained from water, blood, or urine) with which it forms a yellowish brown color or precipitate called also Nessler'ssolution
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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