Scott-Wilson reagent

Scott-Wil·son re·a·gent

(skot wil'sŏn), an alkaline solution of mercuric cyanide and silver nitrate used in the detection of acetone. [H. Scott-Wilson]

Scott-Wilson,

H., English scientist. Scott-Wilson reagent - an alkaline solution of mercuric cyanide and silver nitrate used in the detection of acetone.