Gravimetric Determination of Moisture and Phosphorus

in Fertilizer Samples (Cambria, 18)

(1 space, Cambria, 12)
Mariel Q. Clores1, Ina June F. de la Fuente1, and Moises Jerome M. Garrero2 (Cambria, 12)
1Institute of Chemistry, College of Science (Cambria, 10)
2Department of Chemical Engineering, College of Engineering
University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City

(1 space, Cambria 10)

ABSTRACT A condensed version of the entire paper. It summarizes the essential aspects of the
paper namely the significance of the study, the objectives, the major techniques performed, the
most important results (concentration of analyte, pKa, etc.) and the implications of these results
(major conclusions). It should give one an idea of the scope of the study. Do not include too much
background information. No detailed procedures and sources of errors. No recommendations. No
in-text citations. Typically, 200-300 words. (Cambria, 11)

INTRODUCTION (Cambria, Bold, 11) RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

Provides pertinent background information This is the important part of the report.
about the study. Acquaints readers with the Presents pertinent results of the experiment.
experiment. Should end with the objective(s) of You may choose to break down this part into
the experiment. Its not just another version of sections just as in the Materials and
the INTRODUCTION found in the manual. Methods portion.
(Cambria, 11)
Organizes data into tables, figures, graphs,
MATERIALS AND METHODS etc. (whichever is appropriate). Should provide
labels with short caption for each tables,
Materials and Equipment figures, graphs, etc.
Indicates all materials used. Includes the
volumes/amounts of reagents prepared, Label for tables should be on top of the table
starting materials, brand of equipment used. and aligned left while label for figures should
be below the figure and centered.
Determination of % Moisture
Summarizes the procedure performed in the
experiment in paragraph form (do not include
parts that were not done). Past tense, passive
voice. Do not include diagram or procedural
steps in preparing set-ups. Include the data
treatment (e.g. equations used to calculate %
moisture and % P2O5). Include statistical
parameters used.

Determination of % P2O5
You may break down the methods section
into parts. Make it very concise. Do not
reiterate steps that are being repeated (such as Figure 1. Glass membrane electrode1
the cooling, weighing, and heating.

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 2 CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Absorban
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1.5 Summary of important results (should
answer: so what). Discuss whether or not the
1 the objectives of the experiment were met. If
necessary and possible, include suggestions for
0.5 improvement (on the method used, NOT on the
0 course or how it is being handled). Be direct in
-15 5 25 45 stating conclusion and recommendation (dont
ppm Fe include background information).

REFERENCES (include at least 3 credible

Figure 2. Calibration plot of absorbance vs.
ppm Fe (y=0.0395x + 0.0001, R2=0.9994)
Table 1. Relative free energy of transfer
Substrate Gprot Gsolv
(kcal/mol) (kcal/mol)
HK6 43.4 0.5 43.4 0.1
HK7 31.9 0.9 33.2 0.2
HK17 75.9 0.3 74.2 0.2
HKB 88.3 0.9 87.9 0.2
R-HKV 0.5 0.8 0.5 0.2
Discussion should include the following:
- Purpose of each reagent
- Rationalization of method (purpose of each
major technique in the methodology)
- Techniques used to increase the accuracy
and precision of the method
- Interpretation of results (What is its
significance? Are your results precise or
accurate? Present statistical parameters here.)
- Compare expected results with those
obtained, account for any difference. Possible
sources of errors, their effect on calculated
parameters and ways to avoid these errors. Be
very particular in this part. Cite other studies to
support your claims.
- Correlate results or their interpretation with
other studies. This strengthens your
discussions. For example, This has also been
implicated in other studies2,3, wherein
ammonia was added in excess.
*Note: Assess results (accuracy and
precision) and indicate possible sources of
right after the results have been presented.
For example, if you broke down your RnD
into three sections and presented a different
result in each section, the interpretation
should follow immediately instead of just
interpreting everything at the end of the
entire RnD portion.
publications, books, journals, etc.)
[1] Skoog, D.A.; West, D.M.; Holler, F.J.; Crouch,
S.R. Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry,
9th ed.; Brooks/Cole: USA, 2014; pp 305-308.
[2] Vandenabeele, P.; Edwards, H. G. M.; Moens,
L. A Decade of Raman Spectroscopy in Art
and Archaeology. Chem. Rev. [Online] 2007,
107, 675-686.
http://pubs.acs.org/cgibin/article.cgi/chre
ay/2007/107/i03/html/cr068036i.html
(accessed Mar 19, 2007).
[3] National Library of Medicine.
Environmental Health and Toxicology:
Specialized Information Services.
http://sis.nlm.nih.gov/enviro.html
(accessed Aug 23, 2004).
Notes:
** [1] example for citing a book (indicate
page(s); [2] example for citing an online
journal article; [3] example for citing a
website
** Include names of all members in large group
since you will be reporting the data of the
other pairs as well.
** Use the ACS format of citing references (a
quick guide can be found at the following site:
https://www.libraries.psu.edu/content/da
m/psul/up/pams/documents/QuickGuideA
CS.pdf)
** Also a more detailed guide can be found at
http://pubs.acs.org/userimages/ContentEdito
r/1246030496632/chapter14.pdf

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One column only
Other raw data not presented in the data sheet (Label tables and figures in this part as well.)
Completely filled out data sheet with calculations (Just attach data sheet.)
Answers to questions that have no relevance/connection to the report.

Other Remarks:

Maximum of four (4) pages (including references but excluding appendix)

Include page numbers at lower right corner
Use short bond paper (8.5 x 11)

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