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When a [[sample]] is diluted, its dilution factor = (Concentration | When a [[sample]] is diluted, its '''dilution factor''' = (Concentration ''before'' dilution / Concentration ''after'' dilution).<ref>SEDD Specification 5.0 http://www.epa.gov/superfund/programs/clp/seddspec5.htm</ref> | ||
In regards to the overall dilution of the aliquot subjected to analysis, a value of one corresponds to nominal conditions for the method. Values greater than one correspond to dilutions. Values less than one correspond to concentrations. | |||
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Revision as of 20:22, 6 August 2014
When a sample is diluted, its dilution factor = (Concentration before dilution / Concentration after dilution).[1]
In regards to the overall dilution of the aliquot subjected to analysis, a value of one corresponds to nominal conditions for the method. Values greater than one correspond to dilutions. Values less than one correspond to concentrations.
References
- ↑ SEDD Specification 5.0 http://www.epa.gov/superfund/programs/clp/seddspec5.htm
