Sample Preparation

Sample Preparation Overview Explain the difference between representative samples and selective samples. Explain why it is important to maintain sample integrity. Identify and describe the major tasks associated with preparing samples for analysis. Sample Preparation Procedures Part 1 Describe how crushing and grinding can be performed to prepare a sample for analysis. Explain how crushing and grinding can introduce errors into the analysis of samples. Identify devices that can be used to mix a sample for analysis. Describe why and how a flame test may be performed. Sample Preparation Procedures Part 2 Explain how samples may be dried. Describe three ways that samples may be filtered. Describe three types of distillation operations that may be used to prepare liquid samples for analysis. Explain how extraction may be used to remove soluble components from solid samples.