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  1. Apr 2024
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    1. 0.5 g ammonium carbonate

      Used to make basic solution, part of the complex solution to form a high enough pH solution for Luminol to oxidize, but not high enough so that Copper does not dissolve. The Ammonium carbonate ensures that the pH remains stable.

    2. 4.0 g sodium carbonate

      Used to make basic solution, part of the complex solution to form a high enough pH solution for Luminol to oxidize, but not high enough so that Copper does not dissolve.

    3. 24.0 g sodium bicarbonate (baking soda)

      Used to make basic solution, part of the complex solution to form a high enough pH solution for Luminol to oxidize, but not high enough so that Copper does not dissolve.