5.3 - Sample Handling and Storage Techniques
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Practice Questions
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What does QA stand for in environmental analysis?
💡 Hint: It's about systematic processes!
Name one technique used in sample processing.
💡 Hint: Think about removing unnecessary solids.
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What is the main function of Quality Control (QC)?
💡 Hint: Think about what QC aims to achieve.
True or False: Precision is about how close a measurement is to the true value.
💡 Hint: Recall the definitions of precision and accuracy.
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A student collects a water sample from a lake for benzene analysis. They transport it without considering temperature control. Discuss how failing to control temperature could impact their results.
💡 Hint: Consider chemical properties of benzene.
Describe a scenario where matrix interference might alter the results of a chemical analysis in environmental studies. How can these interferences be mitigated?
💡 Hint: Consider the role of processing and sample preparation.
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