1.1 - Analysis Methods – Review of Standard Methods
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Practice Questions
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What does BOD stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about what oxygen levels indicate about water quality.
Which organization publishes standard methods for water analysis?
💡 Hint: Consider which institutes are involved in public health.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does TOC denote?
💡 Hint: Focus on carbon-containing compounds in water.
True or False: Speciation is unimportant in determining the source of pollution.
💡 Hint: Consider how we detect specific pollutants.
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A local lake has an alarming BOD level of 300 mg/L. What steps can be taken to investigate the sources of contamination, and how might you apply speciation to this situation?
💡 Hint: Reflect on methods you've learned in class.
Compare and contrast the roles of COD and TOC in evaluating water quality. Why might one be preferred in certain situations over the other?
💡 Hint: Think of scenarios where organic load and oxidation require urgent action.
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