Question

In the pipette method of sedimentation analysis, the soil is treated with __________ to remove organic matter in it.

a.

Hydrochloric acid

b.

Sodium oxalate

c.

Hydrogen peroxide

d.

Sodium silicate

Answer: (c).Hydrogen peroxide

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