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CHM 102 Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis in Organic Chemistry Objective Question
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Question

What is the purpose of the sodium fusion extract (Lassaigne's extract)?
Options
A To extract organic compounds
B To convert covalent elements into ionic forms for detection
Correct Answer
C To purify the compound
D To measure boiling point
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Sodium fusion converts covalently bound N, S, and halogens into water-soluble ionic salts (NaCN, Na₂S, NaX) for easy detection.

Hint

Ionic forms in water.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis in Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 851 of 1999
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