EBK ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
EBK ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
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ISBN: 8220103151757
Author: LOUDON
Publisher: MAC HIGHER
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Chapter 19, Problem 19.43AP
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The structure of the ninhydrin as a hydrate is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Ninhydrin is a hydrate of indane-1,2,3-trione. It forms intense colored products with primary amines. Ninhydrin is used as a staining agent in analysis to detect ammonia. Ninhydrin is used in analytical tests for amino acids.

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