Chemistrymedium · Past Paper
Which of the following organic compounds is used as a preservative for biological specimens?
AAcetone
BFormalin
CBenzene
DEther
✓ Correct Answer: B — Formalin
Formalin is a 40% aqueous solution of formaldehyde (methanal) used to preserve biological tissues.
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