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Workflow of the drying oven method |
1. Label the crucibles
2. Record tare weight
3. Add sample and record sample weight (wet weight)
4. Place crucibles in drying oven
5. After a defined time (e.g. 3 hours), remove the crucibles and place in desiccator to cool to room temperature (up to 30-60 minutes)
6. Back-weigh the crucibles on the balance
7. Determine the loss in weight and calculate the percentage moisture content
8. Create a result report