Question

what is aqua regia. write its use​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Aqua regia is a corrosive reagent used to clean glassware and in gold refining processes. It is made by mixing nitric acid and hydrochloric acid in a 1:3 ratio. The name comes from the Latin 'royal water', as it can dissolve gold and platinum - medals associated with royalty.

Answer 2

Answer:

Aqua regia (/ˈreɪɡiə, ˈriːdʒiə/; from Latin, lit. "regal water" or "Royal water") is a mixture of nitric acid and hydrochloric acid, optimally in a molar ratio of 1:3.[note 2] Aqua regia is a yellow-orange (sometimes red) fuming liquid, so named by alchemists because it can dissolve the noble metals gold and platinum, though not all metals.