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Nessler's reagent
[ nes-lerz ]
/ ˈnɛs lərz /
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Definition of Nessler's reagent
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
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