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(soluble) which is decomposed with dilute HNO3 into AgI (ppt.) and this is
separated by filtration and weighed.

2.7. Oxides:

Cineole Eucalyptol

Source: Oil of Eucalyptus (30-70%) and cajuput oil (40%).
Uses:

 Cineole is used internally as an expectorant.
 Locally it is employed for its antiseptic effect in inflammations of

nose and throat and in certain skin diseases.
 It is sometimes used by inhalation in bronchitis.
Determination of cineole content:

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