| nesslerize | <chemistry> To treat or test, as a liquid, with a solution of mercuric iodide in potassium iodide and potassium hydroxide, which is called Nessler's solution or Nessler's test, and is used to detect the presence of ammonia. Origin: From Nessler, the chemist. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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