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  • Dissolved Oxygen Meters: Types, Function & Applications
    The instrument that measures dissolved oxygen is called a dissolved oxygen meter or DO meter.

    Here are some common types of DO meters:

    * Electrochemical DO meters: These use a Clark-type electrode, which consists of a platinum cathode and a silver anode. The electrode measures the current generated by the reduction of oxygen at the cathode.

    * Optical DO meters: These use fluorescence to measure dissolved oxygen. A fluorescent dye is excited by a light source, and the intensity of the emitted light is inversely proportional to the dissolved oxygen concentration.

    * Membrane-covered DO meters: These use a membrane that selectively allows oxygen to pass through. The oxygen then reacts with a reagent, producing a measurable signal.

    The choice of DO meter depends on the application and the required level of accuracy.

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