3.2 - Types of Analytical Instruments
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What is the purpose of quality assurance in analytical methods?
💡 Hint: Think about what QA aims to achieve in measurement contexts.
Name one type of instrument used for online measurements.
💡 Hint: Consider tools that provide immediate results.
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What does QA stand for in environmental analysis?
💡 Hint: Remember which term emphasizes the assurance of quality.
True or False: Offline measurements require immediate results.
💡 Hint: Think about when and how tests are conducted.
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If you were tasked with analyzing the levels of a toxic chemical in a river, what steps would you take to ensure the accuracy of your measurement? Discuss sample collection, processing, and analytical methods.
💡 Hint: Consider every step from field to lab—how does each ensure accuracy?
You measure a water sample for pH and find it varies significantly with time when sampled from the same spot. What could contribute to this variability? Discuss environmental factors and measurement techniques.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how environmental context can shift measurements.
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