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1060 Collection and Preservation of Samples
1060 Collection and Preservation of Samples
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Description
This section addresses the collection and preservation of water and wastewater samples; the general principles also apply to the sampling of solid or semisolid matrices. Topics covered include collection of samples (1060B) and sample storage and preservation (1060C). A table summarizing sample and handling requirements is included.