A new sensitive and specific test for cobalt

Abstract

The p-nitrophenylhydrazone of 3-isonitrosopentane-2-one gives in ammoniacal solution a red coloration with cobalt, which provides a sensitive and specific test. Cyanide as well as a high concentration of ammonium salts prevent the test. Palladium, silver, nickel, copper and most common cations and anions do not interfere. © 1961 Springer-Verlag.