Q17 / 160 · AP EAMCET 2019 (21 Apr Shift 2) · Chemistry
In the detection of nitrogen of an organic compound by Lassaigne's test, a prussian blue colour is obtained. This is due to the formation of which of the following complexes?
- A
- Correct answerB
- C
- D
Solution
Detection of nitrogen is done with the help of Lassaigne's extract. It is boiled with iron sulphate and then acidified with concentrated with sulphuric acid. The appearance of a prussian blue colour confirms the presence of nitrogen.
Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.