Which of the following is used to cure arsenic poisoning? |
Colloidal solution of zinc hydroxide Colloidal solution of ferric hydroxide Colloidal solution of chromium hydroxide Colloidal solution of calcium hydroxide |
Colloidal solution of ferric hydroxide |
A person with arsenic poisoning is given a colloidal solution of ferric hydroxide (Fe(OH)3). Since arsenic hydroxide adsorbs it, it might be expelled later by vomiting. |