raspail test
A method of determining the presence of rosin size
in paper. One drop of a strong solution of
ordinary sugar is applied to the sheet, the excess
being blotted after one minute. A drop of
concentrated sulfuric acid is then applied, which
turns the area treated a bright red color if rosin
is present in the paper. (143 )
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