ASTM-D4348 › Standard Practice for Collecting Benthic Macroinvertebrates with Home (Scoop) Grab Sampler
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Scope
1.1 This practice covers the procedures for obtaining qualitative or quantitative bottom samples of macroinvertebrates inhabiting sand, gravel, mud, clay, and similar substrates.
1.2 This device is used primarily in marine waters and deep lakes.
1.3 For the advantages and limitations of grab sampling devices, see Guide D 4387.
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific hazards, see Section 5.
Keywords
macroinvertebrates; sand; gravel; mud; clay; scoop
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Document Number
ASTM-D4348-84(1995)
Revision Level
1984 R95 EDITION
Status
Superseded
Modification Type
Jurisdiction Change
Publication Date
Jan. 1, 1995
Document Type
Practice
Page Count
1 page
Committee Number
E47.03