The LECO method of estimating TOC uses an instrument known as a LECO carbon analyzer to measure TOC values by combusting the organic carbon and measuring the resulting carbon dioxide produced. The LECO method has almost totally been replaced by Rock-Eval pyrolysis. However, data may still be available from prior analysis.
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The LECO method of estimating total organic carbon (TOC) uses an instrument known as a LECO carbon analyzer to measure TOC values by combusting the organic carbon and measuring the resulting carbon dioxide produced. The LECO method has almost totally been replaced by Rock-Eval pyrolysis. However, data may still be available from prior analysis.