Molybdovanadate reagent
The molybdovanadate reagent is a solution containing both the molybdate and vanadate ions. It is commonly used in the determination of phosphate ion content. The reagent used contains ammonium molybdovanadate with the addition of a strong acid such as perchloric acid, sulfuric acid, or nitric acid. It is used for purposes such as the analysis of wine, canned fruits and other fruit-based products such as jams and syrups.