Stochastic sampling

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-011426",
  "term": "Stochastic sampling",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A method of selecting a subset of individuals or items from a larger population where each member has a known, non-zero probability of being chosen. This approach aims to produce a representative sample that allows for statistical inference about the entire population. Simple random sampling is a common form of stochastic sampling.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and the Environment",
  "see_also": [
    "random sample"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1990, 62, 2167. 'Glossary of atmospheric chemistry terms (Recommendations 1990)' on page 2216 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199062112167)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/stochastic-sampling/"
}