nesslerize

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To treat or test (a liquid) with a solution of mercuric iodide in potassium iodide and potassium hydroxide (Nessler's reagent) in order to detect the presence of ammonia.

Word forms

nesslerize nesslerizes nesslerizing nesslerized

Etymology

From Nessler + -ize, after the name of a German chemist, Julius Neßler.

Derived words

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