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To stop bleeding, FeCl(3) is applied loc...

To stop bleeding, `FeCl_(3)` is applied locally because :

A

`FeCl_(3)` seals the blood vessels

B

`FeCl_(3)` changes the direction of blood flow

C

`FeCl_(3)` reacts with blood to form a solid substance which seals the blood vessel

D

`FeCl_(3)` causes denaturation of proteins present in blood

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D
To stop bleeding, `FeCl_(3)` is applied locally because `FeCl_(3)` causes denaturation of proteins present in blood. It is a case of coagulation.
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