A Simple Solution for Leaking Polarimeter Cells

Gene A. Hiegel
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Califonia State University, Fullerton, Fullerton, CA 92834-6866
J. Chem. Educ., 2001, 78 (5), p 648
DOI: 10.1021/ed078p648
Publication Date (Web): May 1, 2001

Abstract

Polarimeter cell windows can be coated with a solution of silicone oil to prevent the cells from leaking.

Keywords (Audience):

Second-Year Undergraduate

Keywords (Domain):

Organic Chemistry

Keywords (Feature):

Cost-Effective Teacher

Keywords (Subject):

Chirality / Optical Activity

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