XRD
X-ray diffraction. Identifies crystalline mineral phases (quartz, feldspar, kaolinite, montmorillonite, calcite) by their characteristic d-spacings via Bragg's law. The mineral assemblage is one of the most discriminating soil features.
X-ray diffraction. Identifies crystalline mineral phases (quartz, feldspar, kaolinite, montmorillonite, calcite) by their characteristic d-spacings via Bragg's law. The mineral assemblage is one of the most discriminating soil features.
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