Nessler's reagent

[ nes-lerz ]

/ ˈnɛs lərz /

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noun

an aqueous solution of potassium iodide, mercuric chloride, and potassium hydroxide, used as a test for the presence of ammonia.

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Also called Nessler's solution.

Origin of Nessler's reagent

First recorded in 1870–75; see origin at nesslerize

Words nearby Nessler's reagent

nesosilicate, ness, Nesselrode, Nessie, nesslerize, Nessler's reagent, Nessus, nest, NESTA, nest box, nested