Soil Sampling (IMAGE)

University of Southern Denmark

Soil Sampling

Caption

This image shows the principles of taking soil samples for mercury analysis. The holes show the positions of soil samples taken in the mid-plane of compacted corpse. The holes are placed in the position of the lungs, liver, kidney and the muscles of the upper arm.

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County Museums of Odense

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