What does "nesslerize" mean?

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.

Nesslerize

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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.

Etymology

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

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nessler's solution nessler's test

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