Biochar: A Guide to Analytical Methods (Paperback)

Sampling and preparation for laboratory analysis. Moisture and ash contents. pH and electrical conductivity. Cation exchange capacity. Total C, N, H and S analyses. Total elemental analysis. Inorganic carbon. Thermal analysis. Hydrogen pyrolysis. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. FTIR (and DTA-FTIR). NEXAFS. XRD. Isotope analysis. Scanning electron microscopic analysis. LC-OCD. Pore space and specific surface area. Sorption of organic. Py-GCMS. Germination tests. Organic contaminants. Available nutrients. Liming potential. Hydrophobicity. Moisture retention characteristics.