7.1 - Measurement Procedure
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Define what a sample is in the context of environmental monitoring.
💡 Hint: What do we do to represent a larger population?
What is the purpose of setting sampling objectives?
💡 Hint: Why is it important to know what you want to find?
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What does the term ‘sensitivity’ refer to in analytical measurements?
💡 Hint: It’s about noticing small differences!
True or False: If the readings on an instrument fluctuate significantly, it may indicate low sensitivity.
💡 Hint: Think about what you observe when you use an instrument.
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Given a sample volume of 2 liters, if the detection limit of your instrument is 0.001 mg/L, what is the minimum mass of the analyte you expect to measure?
💡 Hint: Convert the volume into mg by using the detection limit.
You measure TSS of a water sample repeatedly and get values of 25 mg/L, 30 mg/L, and 28 mg/L. Calculate the average TSS and discuss its precision.
💡 Hint: The average shows the central tendency of your results.
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