LaMotte SMART Spectro Spectrophotometer - Manual (Page 228)

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 Turbidity 1/2