Sampling
Taking samples is a key technique in environmental monitoring. Sample collection, when done well, can be cheap, numerous samples can be taken, and many people can participate in sample collection.
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Types of sampling
Not all of these types of sampling have pages yet, but we are working together to collect these resources, so please help by editing this page:
Please add other types of sampling here as well.
Questions
Ask and answer general questions about sampling:
| Title | Author | Updated | Likes | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| What is the best way to take a sample of snow to look for particulates? | @stevie | about 7 years ago | 0 | 1 |
| Oil Chemistry of Keystone Leak | @kayaerbil | about 7 years ago | 1 | 5 |
| How do I choose between different types of air canisters for grab sampling? | @stevie | about 7 years ago | 1 | 0 |
| When is it better to do grab sampling versus other types of monitoring? | @stevie | about 7 years ago | 0 | 2 |
| Where can you purchase a bucket for air grab sampling? | @stevie | about 7 years ago | 1 | 5 |
| What methods are available for doing air grab samples for hydrogen sulfide? | @stevie | about 7 years ago | 0 | 2 |
| Where can someone send a strange substance found on their property for analysis? | @bbutler | over 7 years ago | 1 | 9 |
| How much do different oil pollution tests cost? | @warren | over 7 years ago | 1 | 1 |
| What are soil sampling protocols being used by groups along the gulf coast? | @stevie | over 7 years ago | 1 | 5 |