1. Scope
This practice covers the extraction of lead (Pb) from a four-wipe composited wipe sample of settled dust using ultrasonication, heat and nitric acid. The extraction solution is diluted prior to spectrometric analysis.
ASTM Standard required to support the use of composited wipe samples in lead hazard evaluation and clearance work in buildings. Users may be consultants, abatement firms, researchers, and regulators.
Keywords
digestion; extraction; lead; sample preparation; wipes; ultrasonic
The title and scope are in draft form and are under development within this ASTM Committee.
Citing ASTM Standards
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