Spectroscopy Measure (IMAGE) American Society of Agronomy Caption The sample cup is placed in the spectrometer for visible near-infrared spectroscopy measurement. The measurement takes approximately one minute and the spectrum is visualized on the computer screen for immediate quality check. Credit Maria Knadel Usage Restrictions Please use with story only License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.