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From: ceg@edsdrd.eds.com (Carlos Galarce)
Newsgroups: sci.chem,sci.bio
Subject: Need help with chemical analysis
Keywords: diatomaceus, diatomite
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Date: 9 May 89 19:50:30 GMT
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Organization: EDS Research and Development, Auburn Hills, MI  48057
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Hi folks!!

I need some help with a chemical compound that I am told is diatomaceus earth. It
is supposed to be mostly SiO2(~95%), with some other components. I guess this stuff
is used in filtering processes. 

The questions are:
	
	1) How do I go about getting it tested for its chemical components?
	2) What test(s) should be run on the compound for analysis?
	3) Where is a good lab that can do the test (hopefully in the 
	   midwest). Do universities do this kind of test?
	4) What amount of the compound is needed for the test(s)?
	5) About how much would I expect to pay for the test(s)?
	6) In what form are the test results delivered to me? Is there 
	   anything like a certified lab. (a seal of approval from somewhere).
	7) How much does this stuff cost in large quantities?

If you can answer any of these questions, please e-mail me and I will post answers if 
there is any interest.

I really appreciate any help in this matter.

Carlos
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