Abstract: A process for determining the polarity of a crude oil or heavy fraction thereof in which the retention times are measured when a series of substances is contacted with a chromatographic column of crude oil, the retention times are measured when these substances are contacted with a chromatographic column of a second substance usually non-polar and the relative polarity of the oil determined from the times measured.

Abstract: A color test is presented for the purpose of quickly identifying glazed ceramic and/or enameled metal ware which releases excessive Pb. Citric acid solution on filter paper is used to extract Pb from the ware and a Pb sensitive chromogen indicates the presence of Pb on the paper. The quick color test takes approximately 30 minutes and is useful for screening ware for testing by the 24 hour AOAC/ASTM method.

Abstract: A portable, environmental monitoring apparatus comprising a self-contained and internally powered data acquisition and recording device for continuously monitoring the environmental conditions in an enclosed space, preferably a computer control room. The apparatus includes sensors which measure pressure, temperature, relative humidity and the corrosive nature of the environment. The signals generated by the sensors and the atmospheric corrosion indicators are stored in a memory module included in the circuitry of the recording device. The memory module interfaces with an IBM-type PC for off loading the data and storing it on a floppy disc.

Abstract: 3-Methyl-2-benzothiazolinone acetone azine and 2-phenylphenol in 1:4 molar solid mixture reacts specifically with ozone at concentrations of environmental interest to produce a red-violet color. The response is proportional, but not rectilinearly, to ozone concentration at constant exposure time and to time of exposure at constant ozone concentration. The reagent is intended for use with visual comparison standards in passive monitoring devices. No interference was observed from atmospheric oxygen, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, or bromine or iodine vapor. Chlorine produced a light yellow color.