C. Colour 1.

The cell containing the blank (distilled water) is placed in the sample compartment with
the transparent sides facing the light source. The sample compartment lid is then closed. 2.
“AUTOZERO” key to set the zero absorbance is pressed 3. The distilled water is removed and the cell
containing the water sample is placed in measuring position. The sample compartment lid is then
closed. 4. Press “START” key to measure colour. 5. Record the “Conc” as colour units for the sample
6. Results is then recorded FIGURE 4: Spectrophotometer D. Turbidity 1. The meter is calibrated by
using 4 calibration solutions as provided with the meter. 2. The water sample is mixed thoroughly. 3.
Clean sample vial is prepared. 4. The vial is rinsed with the sample solution. 5. The rinsed vial is filled
(approximately 10ml). 6. The vial is wiped with soft cloth. 7. A thin film of silicon oil is applied. 8. The
vial is placed into the meter for measurement. 9. The vial’s mark is aligned with the meter’s mark.
10. The vial is covered with the light shield cap. 11. The meter is tuned on. 12. Reading is taken.
FIGURE 4: Turbidity meter FIGURE 5: Vials, Silicone gel, and cleaning clot