Correction to: Determining Inorganic and Organic Phosphorus
Jaana Koistinen1, Mervi Sjöblom2, Kristian Spilling3
1Tvärminne Zoological Station, University of Helsinki, Hanko, Finland. jaana.koistinen@helsinki.fi.
Methods in Molecular Biology (Clifton, N.J.)
|October 16, 2019
Summary
This chapter correction clarifies the volume of ultrapure water used in step 6. The updated guideline specifies 0.1 ml, not 1 ml, for accurate experimental procedures.
Area of Science:
- Scientific methodology
- Laboratory techniques
Background:
- Experimental protocols require precise measurements for reproducibility.
- Accurate reagent volumes are critical in scientific research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To correct a specific detail in a published chapter.
- To ensure the accuracy of experimental procedures described.
Main Methods:
- Review of chapter text for accuracy.
- Identification of a numerical discrepancy in reagent volume.
Main Results:
- Correction identified on page 90, 12th line.
- Specified volume adjusted from 1 ml to 0.1 ml of ultrapure water.
Conclusions:
- The corrected volume ensures greater precision in the described method.
- Accurate documentation is vital for reliable scientific communication.
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