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Ness·ler's reagent

n :  an alkaline solution of potassium mercuric iodide used in chemical analysis esp. 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's solution  .
 
 

 
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