3 - Common Processes Resulting in Analyte Losses
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What is volatilization?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to a puddle of water in the sun.
List one common material used for storing organic samples.
💡 Hint: Consider the type of packaging for beverages.
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What is the main concern with volatilization during sample analysis?
💡 Hint: Remember the effects of evaporation.
True or False: Biodegradation can only occur in organic samples.
💡 Hint: Consider what biodegradation involves.
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You are analyzing a soil sample suspected to contain hazardous pollutants. Discuss the methodologies to minimize analyte loss during sample collection, transport, and analysis.
💡 Hint: Consider each stage of the sample handling process.
If an analysis shows that 30% of the analyte has been lost due to adsorption and evaporation, explain how you would assess the remaining detectable concentration.
💡 Hint: Think about percentage calculations and original values.
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