2.2 - Criteria for Method Selection
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Practice Questions
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What does BOD stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about how we measure oxygen in water.
Why is sample preparation important?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens if the sample is not prepared correctly.
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What is one critical factor affecting method selection for environmental analysis?
💡 Hint: Think about what influences a lab's decision on which methods to use.
True or False: Sample preparation has no impact on the quality of analysis results.
💡 Hint: What do you think happens if the preparation is wrong?
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You are tasked with conducting a BOD test but the sample has been poorly prepared. Discuss what issues might arise and how you could address them.
💡 Hint: Consider all the steps involved in sample preparation.
Evaluate the various factors affecting the choice between BOD and COD in a given scenario involving wastewater analysis.
💡 Hint: Think about what each test specifically measures.
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