I want to measure Silica in wastewater. What are the methods by which I could measure it?

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Ali hadi Ghawi

hello

ASTM D859 - 16 Standard Test Method for Silica

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Isam Issa Omran

I recommend the answer of Dr. Ali hadi Ghawi

Marta Litynska

I agree.

Rahul Jain

Thank you everyone for the response.

Nabeel Hameed Al-Saati

Dear Rahul Jain, please refer to the link for the different methods to measure Silica:-

http://www.apgqa.com/newsletters/1_2005_silica.asp

Asit Kumar Batabyal

Mentioned by Dr.Ali - ASTM D859 - 16 - Standard Test Method for Silica in Water or Waste water. Read the standard (attached) - you will understand the method.