Proximate Analysis
/ˈprɒksɪmət əˈnæləsɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) A scientific method used to determine the approximate composition of a substance, often employed in legal contexts such as environmental law and regulations dealing with material contents.
The court admitted the proximate analysis report to establish the composition of the disputed chemical sample.
Forms
- proximate analyses
Related terms
Commentary
In legal contexts, proximate analysis results may serve as evidentiary material, particularly in environmental compliance and dispute resolution regarding substances.
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