1.7 - Filter Paper Selection and Characteristics
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of filter paper in water analysis?
💡 Hint: Think about what we want to achieve in filtration.
List two common pore sizes used in filter papers.
💡 Hint: Recall the sizes mentioned in our class discussion.
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What is the significance of pore size in filter papers?
💡 Hint: Consider the role of filter paper in separation.
True or False: A 0.1 micron filter is always better than a 1 micron filter.
💡 Hint: Think about efficiency versus effectiveness.
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Given a scenario where high sediment content is present in sampled water, design a filtration process that accounts for this challenge.
💡 Hint: Think about a staged filtration method.
Discuss the trade-offs in using filters of varying pore sizes in the context of environmental sampling and analysis.
💡 Hint: Consider ecological impacts and data precision.
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