The sodium rhodizonate test is a spot test for the detection of
Question and options
The sodium rhodizonate test is a spot test for the detection of
- Lead
- Nitrite
- Propellant particles
- Copper and Nickel
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A - Lead
Sodium rhodizonate forms a pink/red complex with lead (scarlet in acid), so it is a spot test for lead in gunshot residue.
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