Practice Indian Institute of Technology – Madras - 2.3 | 14. Environmental Sampling | Environmental Quality Monitoring & Analysis, - Vol 1
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2.3 - Indian Institute of Technology – Madras

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

Define what a sample is in the context of environmental science.

💡 Hint: Think about why scientists collect samples.

Question 2

Easy

What does TSS stand for?

💡 Hint: It relates to measuring particles in water.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

Which of the following defines a sample in environmental science?

  • A theoretical concept
  • An amount collected for analysis
  • All possible substances

💡 Hint: Think about why we perform measurements in science.

Question 2

True or False: All instruments can measure any level of concentration without limitations.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall how detection limits function.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

You are conducting a TSS measurement and your instrument has a detection limit of 1 mg/L. If your water sample has a measured TSS concentration of 0.8 mg/L, discuss the implications of this reading.

💡 Hint: What does it mean for your measurement capabilities?

Question 2

Design an experiment to compare the TSS levels between two different water sources—one from a river and one from a reservoir. Discuss sample volume, frequency, and statistical significance.

💡 Hint: How can setting consistent parameters help achieve valid results?

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