Collection

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-002206",
  "term": "Collection",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The process of gathering or accumulating a substance, often an analyte, from a larger volume or matrix into a smaller, more concentrated form. This step is frequently performed as part of sample preparation to increase the concentration of the target compound before analysis. Examples include collecting airborne particles on a filter or condensing volatile compounds.",
  "subject": "Analytical Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "adsorption",
    "micro"
  ],
  "references": [
    "Orange Book, 2nd ed., p. 84 (https://media.iupac.org/publications/analytical_compendium/)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/collection/"
}