Special techniques for determining chemical properties of geothermal water
A reliable determination of the chemical composition of geothermal fluids may require special sampling and preservation techniques. A sample collected without pretreatment is usually adequate for the analysis of sodium, potassium, and chloride. Other constituents may require further treatment or even analysis in the field, depending on the data requirements. The collection and preservation methods described permit accurate results for 31 chemical variables, including major and minor chemical constituents.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 1974 |
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Title | Special techniques for determining chemical properties of geothermal water |
DOI | 10.3133/wri7422 |
Authors | T. S. Presser, Ivan Barnes |
Publication Type | Report |
Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
Series Title | Water-Resources Investigations Report |
Series Number | 74-22 |
Index ID | wri7422 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |