The efficiency of homogenization was studied by examining particle size distribution and element quantification in the sandy soils using the ball mills. The following parameters were optimized -sample volume, oscillation frequency and grinding time. The homogenized soil fraction with ~ 85% of particles with sizes below 40 m was established to give high precision and accuracy of quantitative analysis of the results.
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