1.7. Passive Samplers for Long-Term Monitoring

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a passive sampler?

   Hint

   Think about what it can do without needing special power.

2. 2.

   List one advantage of using passive samplers.

   Hint

   Consider the deployment context of these devices.

3. 3.

   What is the primary advantage of using passive samplers?

   • They are expensive
   • They require electricity
   • They are easy to use in the field

   Hint

   Think about the deployment context.

4. 4.

   True or False: Passive samplers provide real-time measurements.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what 'real-time' means in sampling.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the effectiveness of passive samplers in an urban setting compared to industrial areas. Which would have more variability in measurements and why?

   Hint

   Consider the impacts of nearby activities on air quality.

6. 6.

   Design an experiment using passive samplers to monitor VOCs in a remote forest area. Discuss your methodology and expected results.

   Hint

   Think about how location might influence results.