Oregon Sea Grant:
Timeline
Oregon Sea Grant:
Step 1: Collect sediment samples
Oregon Sea Grant:
Step 2: Dry sediment and grind up
Oregon Sea Grant:
Step 3: Weigh known amount into crucible
Oregon Sea Grant:
Step 4: Burn sediment for 4 hours
Oregon Sea Grant:
Step 5: Weigh ash
Oregon Sea Grant:
Step 6: Weigh known amount into container
Oregon Sea Grant:
Step 7: Measure organic carbon
Oregon Sea Grant:
Step 8: Weigh known amount into another container
Oregon Sea Grant:
Step 9: Measure carbon isotopes