A trace constituent is one whose amount in the sample is

Correct answer: D. < 0.01%

  • A. < 10%
  • B. < 20%
  • C. < 1.0%
  • D. < 0.01%

Explanation

A trace constituent is a component that is present in a very small or minute amount. The conventional definition for a trace amount is a concentration of less than 100 parts per million (ppm), which is equivalent to less than 0.01%.

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