Instrument | no. | Importance in Soil analysis | Technical condition |
EC meter | 3 | Measures soil electrical conductivity, indicating salinity levels and nutrient availability. | Valid |
PH meter | 2 | Determines soil pH, which affects nutrient availability and microbial activity. | Valid |
Spectrophotometer | 1 | Used in available phosphorous , Boron and Sulfate analyses | Valid |
3 digits Balances | 2 | Ensures precise weighing of soil samples and chemicals for accurate analysis | Valid |
Oven | 1 | Dries soil samples to determine moisture content and prepare for further analysis | Valid |
Magnetic stirrer | 3 | Mixes solutions uniformly for soil chemical extractions and testing. | Valid |
Hot plate | 3 | Heats soil samples or solutions for digestion and chemical analysis | Valid |
kjeldahl digestion unit | 1 | Used in nitrogen analysis of soil, essential for understanding soil fertility | Valid |
Fume hood | 1 | Provides safe ventilation for handling volatile and hazardous chemicals | Valid |
Atomic absorption spectrometry | 1 | Detects and quantifies metal elements in soil, such as lead, zinc, and iron | Valid |
Water Distiller | 1 | Produces purified water free from contaminants, essential for accurate soil chemical testing and preparation of reagents. | Valid |