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2. Environmental Analysis of Organics in Water

The chapter delves into the methods for analyzing organic and inorganic chemicals in various matrices like water and sediment. It outlines the sequential steps for extracting analytes, emphasizes the importance of choosing appropriate analytical instruments, and discusses the techniques of liquid-liquid extraction and solid-phase extraction. Additionally, considerations around recovery and concentration adjustments for accurate measurements are highlighted.

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Sections

  • 1

    Environmental Quality: Monitoring And Analysis

    This section discusses the analytical methods used to measure organic and inorganic chemicals in water and other matrices.

  • 1.1

    Environmental Analysis Of Organics In Water

    This lecture focuses on the analysis methods for organic and inorganic chemicals in water and the processes required for extraction and measurement.

  • 1.1.1

    Overview Of Analysis Methods

    This section provides an overview of analysis methods for organic and inorganic chemicals in environmental matrices like water and sediment.

  • 1.1.2

    Extracting Analytes

    This section discusses the methods and importance of extracting analytes from water and other matrices for environmental analysis.

  • 1.1.3

    Sensitivity And Minimum Detection Limit

    This section discusses the importance of sensitivity and minimum detection limits in chemical analysis, particularly for analyzing organic compounds in water samples.

  • 1.1.4

    Dilution And Concentration Techniques

    This section discusses the techniques for diluting and concentrating analytes in environmental samples, particularly focusing on methods for water analysis.

  • 1.1.5

    Solvent Extraction

    This section discusses solvent extraction methods used to analyze organic and inorganic chemicals in water and other matrices.

  • 1.1.6

    Liquid-Liquid Extraction

    This section explores liquid-liquid extraction as a method for isolating analytes from water, emphasizing the steps involved in extraction and the importance of solvent choice.

  • 1.1.7

    Solid Phase Extraction (Spe)

    Solid Phase Extraction (SPE) is a technique used for isolating analytes from various matrices before analysis, enhancing sensitivity and accuracy.

  • 1.1.8

    Recovery And Matrix Interference

    This section discusses the processes involved in recovering analytes from water samples and how matrix interference affects their analysis.

  • 1.1.9

    Standard Spiking And Cleanup Process

    This section explores the processes of standard spiking and cleanup during the analysis of organic chemicals in environmental samples.

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