Study questions

STUDY QUESTIONS

  • What is the useful fraction of total ash?
  • What is insoluble ash made-up of?
  • Why should you obtain the soluble fraction of total ash?
  • Why do you add dilute acids to the total ash?
  • What is the purpose of making up the volume to a known amount?
  • What is the significance of insoluble ash in a feed sample?
  • Will not the ash-weight of filter paper affect the value? Give reasons.
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