why we use citric acid in Ni-DMG complex extraction?

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why we use citric acid in Ni-DMG complex extraction?

that is role played by citric acid in Ni-DMG complex extraction

2007-03-13 07:18:11 · 2 answers · asked by dimple d. 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

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From what I read about it the Ni-DMG precipitate is difficult
to handle and not easily separated from the supernatant liquid:

http://www.eichrom.com/docs/newsletters/en/3_2_en.pdf

Citric acid is added as a sequestering agent (coagulating, and separating agent).

http://www.answers.com/topic/citric-acid

2007-03-13 08:00:53 · answer #1 · answered by Dr Dave P 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Aids in chelation.

2007-03-13 07:32:57 · answer #2 · answered by ag_iitkgp 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋