5.1 Practical: Using dry combustion to measure soil carbon
Dry combustion is the preferred method for measuring the carbon content of a soil sample. This page sets out an appropriate methodology. Soil carbon content can be measured by taking soil samples, drying them in an oven, and then burning off the organic content in a soil furnace or kiln. The suggested method for dry combustion below is based on the Method for Carbon Cycle – Field Studies Council...