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Schiff's reagent

Pronunciation: /ʃɪfs/

Definition of Schiff's reagent

noun

[mass noun] Chemistry

an acid solution of fuchsin decolorized by sulphur dioxide or potassium metabisulphite, used in testing for aldehydes (which restore the magenta colour).