Standard Methods: 2510B: Conductivity - Laboratory Method
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Official Method Name
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Conductivity - Laboratory Method |
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Current Revision
| Standard Methods Online |
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Media
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WATER |
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Instrumentation
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Resistor Network |
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Method Subcategory
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Inorganic |
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Method Source
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Citation
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Brief Method Summary
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In the laboratory, conductance (or resistance) of a standard KCl solution is measured and from the corresponding conductivity, a cell constant is calculated. Once the cell constant has been determined, or set, the conductivity of an unknown solution will be displayed by the meter. |
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Scope and Application
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This method covers the determination of conductivity in surface waters, drinking water, and wastewater. |
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Applicable Concentration Range
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None given. |
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Interferences
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None Provided. |
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Quality Control Requirements
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Calibration of instrument |
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Sample Handling
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Collect at least 500 mL sample in a polyethylene or glass bottle. Refrigerate. |
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Maximum Holding Time
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28 days |
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Relative Cost
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Less than $50 |
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Sample Preparation Methods
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None required |
