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PAPIER DETECTEUR [2 records]

Record 1 2021-04-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • CBRNE Weapons
CONT

The simplest CW [chemical warfare] detection technology is detection paper ... Using a process called colorimetrics, the process is based on the reaction that occurs when CW agents interact with the substance on the paper. A specific visual colour change will occur depending on the specific CW element present.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Armes CBRNE

Spanish

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Record 2 2005-11-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Security Devices
  • CBRNE Weapons
CONT

M8 Chemical Agent Detector Paper ... Detach a sheet of detector paper from the book and attach it to clothing or place on a surface so it can be exposed to drops of liquid splash of chemical agents. If colored spots appear, chemical agent is present. ... M8 paper is used to detect the presence of liquid VGH chemical agents. When a sheet is brought in contact with liquid nerve or blister agents, they react with chemicals in the paper to produce agent specific color changes ... V-type nerve agents turn the M8 paper dark green, G-type nerve agents turn it yellow and blister agents (H) turn it red.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Dispositifs de sécurité
  • Armes CBRNE

Spanish

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