Systematic Approach to the Detection of Explosive Residues. V. Black Powders
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Abstract Part V of the series describes tests for the detection and identification of black powder explosives residues in post-blast debris. Standard and modified formulations of commercial or custom origin can be distinguished. Different tests used in characterizing black powder residues are microscopy, ignition characteristics, spot chemical tests, IR spectroscopy, thin layer chromatography, x-ray diffraction, and scanning electron microscopy with energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy.