Turbidity – LaMotte SMART Spectro Spectrophotometer User Manual
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TURBIDITY
ABSORPTION METHOD • NO REAGENTS REQUIRED
Turbidity is a measure of water clarity and is independent of color. Turbidity is
caused by undissolved and suspended solids. Mud, silt, algae, and
microorganisms can all cause turbidity. Turbidity is a gross measurement of
water quality.
APPLICATION:
Surface and industrial waters for non-compliance
monitoring. (For compliance monitoring at low turbidity
levels, use a commercial .)
RANGE:
0–400 FTUs
METHOD:
Absorptimetric
SAMPLE
HANDLING &
PRESERVATION:
Measure sample as soon as possible after collection.
INTERFERENCES:
Check for stray light interference
SMART SPECTRO TEST PROCEDURES 05.04
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