Hawaii and California are the only two U.S. states that grow coffee plants commercially.
NESSLERIZE
Ness"ler*ize, v. t. Etym: [From Nessler, the chemist.] (Chem.)
Definition: To treat or test, as a liquid, with a solution of mercuric iodide in potassium iodide and potassium hydroxide, which is called Nessler's solution or Nessler's test, and is used to detect the presence of ammonia.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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