3.3 - Instantaneous vs. Offline Measurements
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Practice Questions
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What is an example of an instantaneous measurement?
💡 Hint: Think of measurements that provide immediate data.
Define what offline measurements are.
💡 Hint: Consider measurements needing a sample to be sent to a lab.
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What type of measurement provides immediate readings?
💡 Hint: Think of examples like pH readings.
True or False: Offline measurements are always more accurate than instantaneous measurements.
💡 Hint: Consider the nature of how measurements are taken.
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You are tasked with monitoring a polluted river. Describe how you would set up both instantaneous and offline measurement systems, including potential challenges.
💡 Hint: Consider what instruments you'd use for each type and where you'd place them.
Consider a situation where a certain chemical is spilled in a lake. How would the response differ if using instantaneous versus offline measurements?
💡 Hint: Think of the types of analyses needed and their impacts on decision-making.
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