Abstract: A compound having the structural formula ##STR1## wherein R is selected from the group consisting of C.sub.1 -C.sub.5 alkyl, preferably methyl; C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 haloalkyl, preferably C.sub.2 -haloalkyl and most preferably trifluoromethyl; aryl, preferably phenyl, C.sub.2 -C.sub.8 alkoxyalkyl, preferably ethoxyethyl and ethoxyethoxyethyl;R' is selected from the group consisting of C.sub.2 -C.sub.8 alkyl, preferably C.sub.2 -C.sub.3 alkyl; C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 alkoxy, preferably methoxy; cyclopropyl; methacryl; C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 alkylmercapto, preferably methylmercapto; methylamino; ethylamino; C.sub.2 -C.sub.4 dialkylamino, preferably dimethylamino; C.sub.2 -C.sub.4 alkylalkoxyamino, preferably methylmethoxyamino; andn equals the integer 0 or 1.

Abstract: Amorphous and polycrystalline films of KP.sub.15 are formed by RF diode sputtering targets of KP.sub.15 and excess phosphorus in an argon phase. Substrate temperatures up to 280.degree.-300.degree. C. provide amorphous films. Higher temperatures provide microcrystalline or polycrystalline films. These films have high resistance and may be used as the insulator in MIS devices employing III-V semiconductors. Co-sputtering with nickel increases the conductivity of the films from approximately 10.sup.-10 (ohm-cm).sup.-1 to 10.sup.-2 (ohm-cm).sup.-1 ; only reduces the optical gap by 0.2 eV; and reduces the activation energy from 0.8 eV to 0.2 eV; the nickel content varying from 5-15%. Substrates include glass, silicon, tantalum, stainless steel, gallium phosphide and gallium arsenide, and glass metallized with metals such as titanium, nickel and aluminum.

Abstract: High phosphorus polyphosphides, namely MP.sub.x, where M is an alkali metal (Li, Na, K, Rb, and Cs) or metals mimicking the bonding behavior of an alkali metal, and where x=7 to 15 or very much greater than 15 (new forms of phosphorus) are useful semiconductors in their crystalline, polycrystalline and amorphous forms (boules and films). MP.sub.15 appears to have the best properties and KP.sub.15 is the easier to synthesize. P may include other pnictides as well as other trivalent atomic species. Resistance lowering may be accomplished by doping with Ni, Fe, Cr, and other metals having occupied d or f outer electronic levels; or by incorporation of As and other pnictides. Rectifying Schottky junction devices doped with Ni and employing Ni as a back contact comprise Cu, Al, Mg, Ni, Au, Ag, and Ti as junction forming top contacts. Photovoltaic, photoresistive, and photoluminescent devices are also disclosed. All semiconductor applications appear feasible.

Abstract: As new compounds, N-acyl-N-alkyl hydroxylamine esters of substituted pyridyloxyphenoxy propionic acids having the formula ##STR1## wherein X is hydrogen or chlorine, R is selected from the group consisting of straight or branched chain lower alkyl groups having from 1 to 6 carbon atoms, cyclohexyl or benzyl or chlorine substituted benzyl and R.sup.1 is an alkyl group having from 1 to 4 carbon atoms.

Abstract: Dialkyl phosphorochloridothionates are formed by the chlorination of an alkyl ester of dithiophosphoric acid in a two-stage chlorination reaction. In the first stage, a major portion (e.g., 65% to 95%) of the alkyl ester to be chlorinated is reacted with up to about 95% of the total chlorine to be utilized in the process. The remaining alkyl ester is added to the product from the first stage chlorination reaction and is further chlorinated such that the total chlorine added in the process is about 1 mole per each 0.95 to 1.1 mole of the acid ester utilized in the process.

Abstract: Changes in the optical density and viscosity measurements of a water-soluble cellulose derivative which is enzyme depolymerizable can be used as a method to determine growth of cellulase-producing microorganisms and cellulose degradation. The method is particularly well suited to the measurement of the effect of pesticides on cellulose degradation.

Abstract: Herbicide antidote compounds having the formula ##STR1## in which R is halomethyl wherein halo refers to chlorine, bromine or iodine and the methyl group is mono- or di-substituted;R.sub.1 is selected from the group consisting of alkyl having 1-4 carbon atoms, inclusive; phenyl, and methylaminocarboxyethyl;R.sub.2 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and methyl, and,R.sub.3 is selected from the group consisting of alkyl having 1-4 carbon atoms, inclusive; p-toluenesulfonyl; p-chlorophenylsulfonyl; halophenyl wherein halo refers to a member of the group consisting of chlorine, bromine and iodine and wherein said phenyl group may be mono-, di-, or tri-halosubstituted on the same or different substituents; and, halomethylphenyl wherein halo refers to a member of the group consisting of fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodine and said methyl group may be mono-, di-, or tri-substituted.

Abstract: Synergistic herbicidal activity is displayed by compositions comprising the following two components:(a) a pyrrolidone of the formula ##STR1## in which X is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, chlorine and methyl; Y is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, chlorine and bromine; Z is selected from the group consisting of chlorine and bromine; R.sup.1 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl; R.sup.2 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, halogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, acetyl, trifluoromethyl, nitro, cyano, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylthio, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylsulfinyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylsulfonyl, trifluoromethylsulfinyl, trifluoromethylsulfonyl, pentafluoropropionamido, and 3-methylureido; and R.sup.3 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, chlorine and trifluoromethyl; and(b) a phosphonic acid of the formula ##STR2## in which R.sup.4 is selected from the group consisting of C.

Abstract: A dry blend capable of forming a fast-setting cement when reacted with an aqueous component. The blend comprises: a solid phosphorus pentoxide (P.sub.2 O.sub.5) containing component; a solid component comprising a magnesium containing compound; and an optional aggregate.The solid P.sub.2 O.sub.5 containing component is preferably spent solid phosphoric acid catalyst.The dry blend remains a free flowing powder until contacted with the aqueous component, preferably water, then a reaction occurs forming a fast-setting cement.

Abstract: A catalytic component for polymerizing olefins comprises a solid support containing magnesium-halogen or manganese-halogen bonds, a transition metal halide of a metal selected from Groups IVB and VB of the periodic table, and electron donors. This catalytic component is obtainable by steps comprising:(a) contacting a mixture comprising a magnesium halide or manganese halide and at least one electron donor with a Ti(OR).sub.4 compound to form a solution, where R is a hydrocarbyl or halogenated hydrocarbyl moiety containing 1 to 20 carbon atoms or a halogen, and(b) reacting the solution with a reagent comprising a transition metal halide selected from Groups IVB and VB of the periodic table,whereby, with a suitable cocatalyst, polyolefin is formed with high activity, showing a high Isotactic Index, and with a narrow range of particle size distribution.

Abstract: A freeze-thaw stable aerated pancake batter is provided wherein, in addition to the standard ingredients of flour, sugar and soluble protein, an amount of emulsified plastic shortening sufficient to provide a substantial quantity of stabilized air cells in the batter is utilized. Particularly preferred results are obtained using from about 2% to about 10% of an emulsified plastic shortening wherein the emulsifiers comprising from about 5% to about 6.25% mono- and diglycerides and from about 7.5% to about 9.5% propylene glycol mono- and diesters of fats and fatty acids, said percentages being based on the weight of the emulsified plastic shortening.

Abstract: Isocyanate-reactive prepolymers containing at least one terminal epoxide group with an associated secondary hydroxy group and grafted thereto a polymeric moiety derived from polymerizing an ethylenically unsaturated monomer are disclosed. When reacted with isocyanate, these prepolymers form thermoset compositions which comprise oxazolidone groups in the backbone that are separated by ester linkages, urethane linkages in side chains attached to the backbone, and polymeric moieties derived from one or more ethylenically unsaturated monomer grafted to the polymer backbone.

Abstract: The invention is a method of increasing the yield of chloromethylthiophene produced by the addition of concentrated aqueous formaldehyde solution to a mixture of thiophene and concentrated hydrochloric acid and passing in a rapid stream of gaseous hydrogen chloride. The improvement comprises increasing the rate of addition of the gaseous hydrogen chloride from about 0.6 moles per mole of thiophene per hour to about 1.5 moles per mole of thiophene per hour to increase product yield.

Abstract: A fermentation aid for yeast-raised bakery goods comprising a fermented mixture of flour, sugar, water and a yeast of the species Saccharomyces cereviseae wherein the mixture is fermented for a period of time sufficient in the absence of other ingredients to decrease the pH of the mixture from the initial pH to a pH below about 4.75 and dried under conditions such that a major amount of the volatile components of the mixture with the exception of water remain in the fermented aid after drying.

Abstract: A new leavening acid composition characterized by a slow reaction rate is provided comprising a heat treated potassium modified 1:3:8 sodium aluminum phosphate such that the L.O.I. (loss on ignition) ranges between about 11 and about 14 and such that the leavening acid has a neutralizing value above 90. The leavening action of the new leavening acid is slower than non-heat treated SALP. The compositions are useful in leavening baked goods and especially refrigerated canned biscuits, pancakes and cakes.

Abstract: A process for increasing the viscosity of vegetable protein-containing solutions which comprises subjecting a substantially dry protein composition containing at least 60% protein which protein is substantially insoluble at its isoelectric point and substantially soluble above and below its isoelectric point to a heat treatment for a period of time sufficient to modify the protein such that the viscosity of a 10% solution of said treated protein composition is increased over a solution of untreated protein composition by at least 100%.

Abstract: Novel polyurea and urea-formaldehyde microcapsules are disclosed which enclose a chelsating agent selected from .beta.-diketones, 8-hydroxyquinolines and their thiol analogs, and oximes. The microcapsules are capable of removing metal ions from water.

Abstract: The concurrent use of autolyzed yeast extract and sodium tripolyphosphate hydrated with a solution containing citrus juice solids greatly improves the organoleptic acceptability of comminuted meats. Less acceptable grades of meat from the standpoint of flavor, such as shank meat, can be upgraded in taste to that of chuck meat.

Abstract: An improved fermented whey having mycostatic activity in which the whey is produced from the fermentation of whey using as a fermenting agent the bacterium Propionibacterium acidi-propionici #B 3568.

Abstract: Herbicide antidote compounds and herbicidal compositions consisting of an active herbicide compound and an antidote therefor and the methods of use of the antidote compound and compositions wherein the antidote compounds correspond to the formula ##STR1## wherein R is selected from the group lower alkyl having 1 to 4 carbon atoms, inclusive and 2-chloroethyl and M is an alkali metal cation.