Instantaneous sampling

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-005904",
  "term": "Instantaneous sampling",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The collection of a sample at a single point in time, providing a snapshot of the concentration or composition of a substance at that specific moment. This method is useful for measuring rapidly changing conditions or for obtaining discrete data points. Grab samples are a common form of instantaneous sampling, often used for immediate analysis.",
  "synonyms": [
    "spot sampling"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and the Environment",
  "see_also": [
    "hydrocarbons",
    "stable"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1990, 62, 2167. 'Glossary of atmospheric chemistry terms (Recommendations 1990)' on page 2197 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199062112167)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/instantaneous-sampling/"
}