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Why does `AgNO_(3)` produce a black stain on the skin?

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In presence of organic matter (skin) and light. `AgNO_(3)` decomposes to produce a black stain of metallic silver. ltBrgt `2AgNO_(3)to2Ag+2NO_(2)+O_(2)`.
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