Microplastic Concentration Estimator
Microplastic Concentration Estimator calculates the concentration of microplastics in a water sample, aiding environmental research on plastic pollution. Enter sample volume, particle count, and choose a unit for results.
Enter sample details:
Methodology Used in Microplastic Concentration Estimator
The calculator estimates microplastic concentration using:
1. Concentration: \\( C = \frac{N}{V} \\)
2. Unit adjustment: For particles per m³, multiply by 1000 (since 1 m³ = 1000 L)
Where:
- \\( N \\): Number of microplastic particles
- \\( V \\): Sample volume (liters)
- \\( C \\): Concentration (particles per liter or per m³)
Validates inputs and computes concentration based on selected unit.
Example Calculation
Sample Input
Volume = 100 L, Particles = 50, Unit = Particles per Liter
Step 1: Concentration: \\( C = \frac{50}{100} = 0.5 \\) particles per liter
Result: Concentration = 0.5 particles per liter.
For particles per m³: \\( 0.5 \cdot 1000 = 500 \\) particles per m³.