Lovelock's electron capture detector was first used in which decade?
1940s
1950s
1960s
1970s
Answer
In the 1960s, Lovelock's electron capture detector was first used. It is a highly sensitive and selective detector for trace amounts of halogenated compounds, including pesticides, solvents, and refrigerants. The detector has been used in a wide variety of applications, including environmental monitoring, food safety, and forensic science.
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