"Schweizer's reagent" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: Named after the Swiss chemist Matthias Eduard Schweizer (1818–1860). Head templates: {{en-prop}} Schweizer's reagent
  1. (chemistry) A deep-blue metal ammine complex with the chemical formula [Cu(NH₃)₄(H₂O)₂](OH)₂, prepared by dissolving copper(II) hydroxide in a solution of ammonia, and used in purifying cellulose. Categories (topical): Chemistry

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