A guide to estimating soil characteristics using the Agri-Spec NIR analyser

Tye, A.M.; Rawlins, B.G.. 2006 A guide to estimating soil characteristics using the Agri-Spec NIR analyser. Nottingham, UK, British Geological Survey, 14pp. (IR/06/034) (Unpublished)

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Abstract/Summary

This report describes a step-by-step methodology for using the AgriSpec NIR (near infra red) spectrometer, purchased by the BGS in 2005. The instrument has considerable potential for a survey organisation with large soil archives but there are limitations and constraints of which the user needs to be aware. The guide includes sections on the requirements for creating a calibration model and its validation, as well as describing limitations in its use. A step-by-step guide to the use of the instrument is included so that new users will require minimal supervision. Information on potential statistical approaches to obtain quantitative estimates of soil properties from their NIR spectra are included.

Item Type:	Publication - Report
Programmes:	BGS Programmes > Sustainable Soils
Funders/Sponsors:	NERC
Additional Information. Not used in RCUK Gateway to Research.:	This item has been internally reviewed but not externally peer-reviewed
NORA Subject Terms:	Earth Sciences
Date made live:	14 May 2009 13:29 +0 (UTC)
URI:	https://nora.nerc.ac.uk/id/eprint/7186

Item Type:

Publication - Report

Programmes:

BGS Programmes > Sustainable Soils

Funders/Sponsors:

NERC

Additional Information. Not used in RCUK Gateway to Research.:

This item has been internally reviewed but not externally peer-reviewed

NORA Subject Terms:

Earth Sciences

Date made live:

14 May 2009 13:29 +0 (UTC)