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Paint Analysis

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Total cards: 4•Content version: v4•Public deck•Updated: 8/1/2026

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#1
Front (Question)

Paints contain pigments. Define what a pigment is.

Back (Answer)

fine powders that do not dissolve but are dispersed evenly across the surface. Pigments are intended to color and/or cover a surface; they may be organic, inorganic, or a mixture.

#2
Front (Question)

1st step in Paint sample anaylsis

Back (Answer)

Stereomicroscope

#3
Front (Question)

IR Spectroscopy identifies what parts of the paint in a sample?

Back (Answer)

Identify binders, pigments and additives.

#4
Front (Question)

What are the types of additives found in paint?

Back (Answer)

Binder- Allows distribution of pigments Vehicle - Binds pigment to surface by forming a protective film Solvent - Used to allow easy/consistent spreading of solution