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Which one of the following complex compounds is used to treat lead poisoning?

A
cis–platin
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EDTA salt of calcium
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Fe(CO)5
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Hg2Cl2
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Solution

The correct option is B EDTA salt of calcium
Calcium–EDTA complex is used as the calcium ion is replaced by lead, making it a soluble complex which is excreted
ted out through urine.

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