grab sample
A 'grab sample' is a method of sampling that captures the state of a substance or environment at a specific moment.
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Definition
C1Environmental Science
(technical)A single sample taken at a specific point in time to represent the conditions of water or wastewater at that moment.
Example
- The technician collected a grab sample from the river to test for pollutants.
C1General
(technical)A sample collected quickly to provide an immediate snapshot of the current state of a material or environment.
Example
- The scientist took a grab sample of the soil to analyze its nutrient content.
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Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "grab sample":
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