Which one of the following complex compounds is used to treat lead poisoning?
A
cis–platin
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B
EDTA salt of calcium
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C
Fe(CO)5
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D
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.