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The preparation of silver absorbers for sampling airborne mercury

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The procedure for the preparation of MC-8 silver absorbers is described. Silver gauze, 30–60 mesh, is used after heat activation at 800°. The construction of the samplers is followed by a description of a simple method for the calibration of individual absorber units to achieve a standard resistance to air flow at 1.5 litres per minute.

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Die Herstellung von Absorptionselementen aus Silberdrahtnetz, 30–60 mesh, wurde beschrieben. Nach deren Aktivierung bei 800° dienen sie zur Anreicherung von Quecksilberdämpfen aus der Luft. Die Eichung der einzelnen Elemente zur Einhaltung einer Strömungsgeschwindigkeit von 1,5 Liter/min, läßt sich einfach bewerkstelligen.

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  1. G. L. Corte, L. Dubois, and J. L. Monkam, J. Sci. Total Environ.2, 89 (1973).

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  1. Chemistry Division, Technology Development Branch, Air Pollution Control Directorate, Environmental Protection Service, K1A OH3, Ottawa, Canada

    G. L. Corte, R. S. Thomas, R. C. Lao & L. Dubois

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  1. G. L. Corte
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  2. R. S. Thomas
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Corte, G.L., Thomas, R.S., Lao, R.C. et al. The preparation of silver absorbers for sampling airborne mercury. Mikrochim Acta 63, 533–538 (1975). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01217315

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