Formula for Nessler's reagent is:
d & f-Block Elements · Class 12 · JEE Main Previous Year Question
Formula for Nessler's reagent is:
- a
- b
- c✓
- d
Nessler's Reagent:
Nessler's reagent is an alkaline solution of potassium tetraiodomercurate(II).
Formula: (potassium tetraiodomercurate)
Composition:
- K: potassium
- Hg: mercury (in +2 state)
- I: iodine (4 iodide ions)
Use: Detection of / ions — gives a brown precipitate (Millon's base) with ammonia:
Answer: Option (3) —
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