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samblohm
Dec8-09, 05:03 PM
I had some diesel fuel outside and it was snowing pretty good and it looked like it was glowing bright green/yellow against the white background. Was it glowing or was it just an illusion?

chemisttree
Dec8-09, 05:06 PM
It contains fluorescent compounds so in the bright light you would see it glow somewhat. Its phosphorescent if you continue to see it in the dark.