When glassware is used for the storage of water samples, reagents and standard solutions, dissolution of silicate from the glass containers can contaminate the samples. Experimental results demonstrate that dissolution from glassware can introduce micromolar silicate within a few hours. The extent of dissolution depends upon contact time, salinity and pH of the solution, and the size and shape of the containers.
Origin
Unknown
Journal Title
Water Research 33 12 1999 2879-2883
Sector
Special Glass
Class
S 2969