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High-throughput Fluorometric Measurement of Potential Soil Extracellular Enzyme Activities
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High-throughput Fluorometric Measurement of Potential Soil Extracellular Enzyme Activities

Published on: November 15, 2013

[Not Available].

C Ghimicescu1, V Dorneanu

  • 1Laboratoie de Chimie Analytique de la Faculté de Pharmacie de lossy Roumanie.

Talanta
|November 1, 1972
PubMed
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This study presents a sensitive micromethod for nitrite determination using o-tolidine and spectrophotometry. The method accurately analyzes nitrite in drinking and mineral waters with a 1% error rate.

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Area of Science:

  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Environmental Chemistry

Context:

  • Accurate quantification of nitrite is crucial for water quality assessment.
  • Existing methods may lack sensitivity or require larger sample volumes.

Purpose:

  • To develop a sensitive and efficient micromethod for nitrite determination.
  • To validate the method for analyzing potable and mineral waters.

Summary:

  • A colorimetric micromethod utilizing the reaction of nitrite with o-tolidine to form a spectrophotometrically measurable product.
  • Achieved a sensitivity of 0.05 µg/mL for nitrite.
  • Demonstrated suitability for analyzing potable and mineral water samples with a mean relative error of 1%.

Impact:

  • Provides a reliable and sensitive analytical tool for water quality monitoring.

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Published on: November 15, 2013

  • Facilitates rapid and accurate assessment of nitrite levels in various water sources.
  • Contributes to ensuring the safety and quality of drinking and mineral water.