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9. Analysis Methods – Organics in Water

The chapter focuses on the analysis of organics in water, particularly highlighting extraction methods to recover contaminants at low concentrations. Key aspects include the process of liquid-liquid extraction using immiscible solvents, the implications of using hazardous chemicals, managing interferences during analysis, and the importance of filtration and suspended solids analysis. It emphasizes the need for careful method selection and waste management in environmental monitoring.

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Sections

  • 1

    Environmental Quality: Monitoring And Analysis

    This section discusses the extraction methods of organics in water, emphasizing their concentration techniques and the importance of waste management.

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  • 1.1

    Analysis Methods – Organics In Water

    This section discusses the extraction methods for analyzing organic compounds present in water, focusing on the principles of liquid-liquid extraction and the importance of filtration.

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  • 1.2

    Extraction Methods

    This section discusses extraction methods for analyzing organic compounds in water, focusing on liquid-liquid extraction and associated challenges.

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  • 1.3

    Liquid-Liquid Extraction

    This section focuses on the principles and methods of liquid-liquid extraction used for analyzing organic compounds in water, including the challenges and considerations in selecting solvents.

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  • 1.4

    Waste Management In Extraction Methods

    This section discusses the importance of waste management in extraction methods used for monitoring organic contaminants in water, emphasizing the selection and disposal of hazardous solvents.

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  • 1.5

    Interferences In Analysis

    This section focuses on the significance of interferences in the analysis of organic compounds in water, particularly during extraction processes.

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  • 1.6

    Filtration And Total Suspended Solids (Tss)

    The section discusses the processes of filtration and analysis of Total Suspended Solids (TSS) in water, highlighting methodologies, potential interferences, and the importance of selecting appropriate filter papers for accurate measurements.

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  • 1.7

    Filter Paper Selection And Characteristics

    This section discusses the importance of filter paper selection in water analysis, focusing on pore size, the implications of using different types of filter paper, and their characteristics.

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  • 1.8

    Gravimetric Measurement And Tss Standard

    This section discusses the importance of gravimetric measurement in analyzing total suspended solids (TSS) in water, including methods of extraction and characterization of solids.

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  • 2

    Discussion On Interferences And Filtration

    This section discusses the extraction techniques for analyzing organic compounds in water, emphasizing the importance of filtration to remove interferences before analysis.

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  • 2.1

    Analysis Of Pahs And Interfering Substances

    This section discusses the methods of extracting organic compounds from water, particularly focusing on Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) and various interfering substances, outlining extraction techniques and their importance.

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  • 2.2

    Significance Of Filter Sizes

    This section discusses the importance of selecting appropriate filter sizes in the analysis of organics in water, particularly for effective extraction and minimizing interference.

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What we have learnt

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  • Liquid-liquid extraction te...
  • Proper filtration is critic...

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