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2.8. peroxides:

Ascaridole

Source: Chenopodium oil.

Uses:
 It is used as anthelmintic, particularly useful
against hookworm and roundworm.

 It serves in many medical and veterinary preparations.

Determination of ascaridole: (Iodometrically)

The method is based on the oxidizing action of the peroxide on acidified

solution of KI and titration of the liberated iodine with sodium thiosulphate.

It is very important to maintain the low temperature (-3°C) because
reaction is vigorous and explosive.

3. Nitrogen containing compounds

Skatole Indole

Uses:
It is widely used, but in traces, for the compounding of
perfumes as a modifier and fixative.

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