2.2 - Significance of Filter Sizes
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What is the main purpose of filtration in water analysis?
💡 Hint: Think about what we want to achieve when analyzing a water sample.
Define total suspended solids (TSS).
💡 Hint: What do we measure to assess water quality.
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What is the main function of a filter in water analysis?
💡 Hint: Think about the broader objectives of filtration.
True or False: Smaller filter sizes always provide more data during analysis.
💡 Hint: Consider the implications of time and efficiency.
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Consider a scenario where a laboratory used a filter with a pore size of 0.1 microns instead of 1 micron for TSS analysis. Analyze the impact this might have on time efficiency and data relevance.
💡 Hint: Think about the practicalities of laboratory workflows.
In a case study, a sample from a wastewater treatment plant showed high interferences due to oils and metals. Discuss how one might adjust the analytical process to account for these interferences.
💡 Hint: Consider filtration and extraction patterns.
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