Obsolete? I know
The Beilstein test is a qualitative test primarily for (a) _ _ and it makes use of their (b) _ _ _ nature. Here (a) and (b) are-
- Note :Anomalies are not to be considered.
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The Beilstein test is a characteristic test for halides that results in a green flame if they are present due to the formation of copper chloride. It is obsolete because of formation of toxic compounds and its positive result for a few compounds other than halides.