GEO-WAT-08
Multi-Element & Geochemical Analysis
Geochemical Baseline Assessment & Water Analytics
Comprehensive environmental and hydrogeochemical baseline studies for exploration concession characterization, pre-mining baseline reporting, and catchment hydrochemistry.
Detection Limits
ppb to ppm range
Turnaround (TAT)
Standard: 3-5 Working Days
Sample Requirement
1.0L water in sealed HDPE containers + 500g stream sediment
Quality Framework
ISO/IEC 17025 Compliant
Analytical Overview & Methodology
Establishing pristine environmental baselines before commencing mining operations protects exploration companies from historical liability. RVA’s Geochemical Baseline & Water Analytics (GEO-WAT-08) package offers complete hydrogeochemical screening for exploration concessions, river catchments, and community boreholes.
Technical Method Specifications (GEO-WAT-08)
| Method Code | GEO-WAT-08 |
|---|---|
| Element Coverage | Heavy metals, dissolved anions, major cations, pH, TDS, EC, hardness |
| Detection Range | ppb to ppm range |
| Sample Requirement | 1.0L water in sealed HDPE containers + 500g stream sediment |
| Instrumentation | ICP-OES / ICP-MS + Ion Chromatography + Multi-parameter probes |
| Standard Turnaround | Standard: 3-5 Working Days |
Laboratory Protocols & Execution Specs
- Analytes: Dissolved metals, major cations, anions (SO4, Cl, F, NO3), Alkalinity
- Physical Parameters: pH, Electrical Conductivity, Total Dissolved Solids, Turbidity
- Sample Preparation: 0.45µm filtration and nitric acid preservation for metals
- Applications: Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), groundwater baseline surveys
JORC & NI 43-101 Data Integrity Guarantee
Every batch tested under method GEO-WAT-08 includes matrix-matched Certified Reference Materials (CRMs), analytical blanks, and duplicate splits at a minimum 20% insertion rate. Official digital Certificates of Analysis are digitally signed and traceable.