Spot test
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Description
A microchemical drop test for the detection of specific compounds. Positive reactions are usually based on visual changes, such as color changes, precipitation, gas evolution, or fluorescent emission.
Synonyms and Related Terms
Tüpfelprobe (Deut.)
Additional Information
N.Odegaard, Spots Tests...
Authority
- N.Odegaard, S.Carroll, W.Zimmt, Material Characterization Tests for Objects of Art and Archaeology, Archetype Publications, London, 2000