JEE MainChemistryCoordination CompoundsMCQ+4 / −1
The compound used in the treatment of lead poisoning is :
- Adesferrioxime B
- BCis-platin
- CD-penicillamine
- DEDTA
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Correct answer: D
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Identify the medical use of each compound
We compare the given coordination/chelating agents:
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A: Desferrioxime B
This is used for iron poisoning because it chelates . -
B: Cis-platin
This is an anticancer drug, not a treatment for lead poisoning. -
C: D-penicillamine
This is mainly used in copper poisoning and Wilson's disease. -
D: EDTA
EDTA and especially its calcium disodium salt, , is used as a chelating agent for lead poisoning.
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Conclusion
Therefore, the compound used in the treatment of lead poisoning is:
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Option check
- A: Incorrect
- B: Incorrect
- C: Incorrect
- D: Correct
So the correct option is D.
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