4.3 - Matrix Interference and Solvent Exchange
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Practice Questions
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What does QA stand for in environmental analysis?
💡 Hint: It's about ensuring data validity.
Name one factor considered within Quality Control.
💡 Hint: Think about measurements.
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What is the main purpose of Quality Assurance in analysis?
💡 Hint: Think of data reliability.
True or False? Matrix interference can affect the measurement of an analyte.
💡 Hint: Consider interference from other substances.
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You are tasked with measuring a heavy metal concentration in lake water. Describe the steps you would take to ensure quality assurance and control through the entire process.
💡 Hint: Consider all stages from sampling to verification.
Explain how volatile compounds can affect measurements during solvent exchange and suggest a method to minimize this effect.
💡 Hint: Think about how temperature and exposure to air can impact results.
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