A sample of chloroform specifically intended for use as a delicate anaesthetic agent is rigorously tested prior to administration. Which precise chemical test strictly proves it is completely safe and

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A sample of chloroform specifically intended for use as a delicate anaesthetic agent is rigorously tested prior to administration. Which precise chemical test strictly proves it is completely safe and free from toxic degradation products?

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: C. Chloroform intended for anaesthesia must be completely free of deadly phosgene gas and acidic . Testing with cold aqueous silver nitrate flawlessly detects these impurities; pure chloroform cleanly yields no precipitate, whereas decomposed chloroform containing instantly produces a white precipitate.

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