ASTM D6722

Total Mercury in Coal and Coal Combustion Residues by Direct Combustion Analysis

Applicability: ASTM D6722 is a standard test method for determining the total mercury content in coal and coal combustion residues using direct combustion analysis. It provides a procedure for analyzing mercury in solid samples without the need for extensive sample preparation or chemical reduction.

Purpose: The primary purpose is to accurately measure the total amount of mercury present in coal and coal ash samples.