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Published on: August 12, 2026
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: In Lassaigne's test, the covalent organic molecules are transformed into ionic compounds.
Statement II: The sodium fusion extract of an organic compound having N and S gives prussian blue colour with
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Lassaigne's test is a general test for detection of halogen, nitrogen and sulphur in an organic
compound. These elements covalently bonded to the organic compounds, In order to detect them, these have to converted into ionic forms.

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