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The solution is often used to test for halides. The solid and solution cause burns and blacken the skin. Harmful if ingested. Wear eye protection. Wear disposable gloves if handling the solid. |
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Solutions between 0.2 M and 0.5 M are labelled IRRITANT |
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Solid and solutions equal to or greater than 0.5 M are labelled CORROSIVE |
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DANGEROUS FOR THE ENVIRONMENT |
Dangerous with: Ammonia, ethanol, magnesium. Explosive mixtures or compounds may form.
Disposal: Very small amounts can be washed down the drain, diluting well with water. Always wash away silver-ammonia mixtures. Ask your teacher or technician for the silver residues bottle to put other waste silver salts in. This will be stored and professional disposal arranged.