Product Description
Nesslers Reagent is a high-grade laboratory reagent grade solution or white solid used for the detection of ammonia and ammonium compounds in analytical chemistry. With a pungent ammonia-like odor, it serves as a sensitive colorimetric reagent that reacts with ammonia to produce a yellow or brown precipitate. The reagent contains Mercuric iodide, potassium iodide, and potassium hydroxide, offering a molecular weight of 616.44 g/mol and a molecular formula of K2HgI4. This highly alkaline solution is soluble in water and must be stored in a cool, dry place to maintain its properties. Suitable for qualitative analysis for ammonia, Nesslers Reagent has a shelf life of 2 years under appropriate conditions.
FAQs of NESSLERS REAGENT:
Q: What is the application of Nesslers Reagent?
A: Nesslers Reagent is used for the detection of ammonia and ammonium compounds in analytical chemistry.
Q: What is the physical form of Nesslers Reagent?
A: Nesslers Reagent is available as a liquid solution or crystalline solid.
Q: Is Nesslers Reagent poisonous?
A: Yes, Nesslers Reagent is poisonous.
Q: How should Nesslers Reagent be stored?
A: Nesslers Reagent should be stored in a cool dry place in tightly closed containers and protected from light.
Q: What is the grade of Nesslers Reagent?
A: Nesslers Reagent is laboratory reagent grade.