Particle Size Sedimentation
Particle size analysis of soils: Hydrometer method This equipment is used to determine the quantitative size distribution of very fine particle in soils such as clay and silt. The complete set comprises:1. Sedimentation Cylinder, 1000 ml capacity (6 pieces) with rubber bungs. 2. Soil Hydrometer, 151H, range 0.995 to 1.038 g/ml with div. 0.0013.Glass Tank, dimensions: 600x300x380 mm4. Heater complete with thermostat, circulation unit. 230V Single Phase 50Hz 1000W5. Glass Thermometer, range 0 50° C., Sub-div. 0.5° C.6. Beaker, Borosilicate Glass, 250 ml capacity7. Sodium Hexametaphosphate, 1000 g8. High Speed Stirrer, 4000 R.P.M, complete with baffle cup, for dispersing soil particles in water.
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