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Describe the chemistry of Lassaigne's test used for the detection of nitrogen.

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### Step-by-Step Solution for Lassaigne's Test for Detection of Nitrogen **Step 1: Fusing the Organic Compound with Sodium Metal** - The first step in Lassaigne's test involves taking a small amount of the organic compound suspected to contain nitrogen and fusing it with sodium metal. This is typically done in a fusion tube. - During this process, the sodium reacts with the carbon and nitrogen present in the organic compound. **Chemical Reaction:** \[ \text{Organic Compound} + \text{Sodium (Na)} \rightarrow \text{Sodium Cyanide (NaCN)} + \text{Other Products} \] ...
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