Machine-translated by Google. Questions are authored in English.
Top

Discussion

State whether the following is true or false.
A scoop taken from the top of a drum gives a representative powder sample.

  • A.False
  • B.True only at large scales
  • C.False only at small scales
  • D.True

Answer: A

Segregation during filling and handling means the top is systematically different from the bottom. Proper sample dividers exist precisely because this intuitive approach is so unreliable. Coarse particles migrate to the outside of any poured heap.

No comment is present. Be the first to comment.
Loading…

Post your comment

Please log in or register to post a comment.