Transparancy/Turbidity Tube

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You can buy this tool from Forestry Suppliers. The anticipated price range is $51 - $100.

About this tool
Description	A turbidity tube is used to measure clarity of water. This model is 120 cm. tall and includes a 4.5 cm standard secchi disk at the bottom. Water can be drained from the tube via a drain hose until the secchi disk is visible.
Used by these projects	The GLOBE Program, MPCA Citizen Water Monitoring Program, Creek Freaks IWLA, Creek Freaks Program, Creek Freaks, Wisconsin's Water Action Volunteers
Ideal Age Group	Elementary school (6 - 10 years), Middle school (11 - 13 years), High school (14 - 17 years), College, Graduate students, Adults, Families, Seniors
Size & weight	Large: This tool is over 12 inches in at least one dimension. ---
Expected lifetime	Should last more or less forever
Topics	Nature & Outdoors, Ecology & Environment, Ocean, Water, Marine & Terrestrial
Tool updated	June 26, 2017, 7:03 p.m.