Table 2-1H: ASTM Method D5258-92 Standard Method
ASTM Method D5258-92 (A8)
Standard Practice for Acid Extraction of Elements
from Sediments Using Closed Vessel Microwave Heating
Type |
Matrix |
Analytes |
Detection |
Control |
Microwave Acid Leach |
Sediment Soil |
As, Cd, Cu, Mg, Mn, Ni, Pb, Zn |
Not Specified |
Pressure Feedback Control |
Condensed Procedure |
1g sample and 20 mL 1:1 HNO3 Heat to 100 psi and maintain for 30 min. |