6. Undue compression of the cover glass.

7. Alteration of the temperature of room, position of instrument, or

intensity of light while the observation or control observation is

being performed.

8. Performances of polarization with a cloudy, dim, or not completely

round or sharply defined field.

In closing this report the members of this commission hereby signify

their intention to promote uniformity and accuracy by adopting and

using the standards and general plan of procedure recommended in this

report in the polarimetric determinations over which, in their

respective branches of government work, they have control.

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