combined sample

https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.C01185
A sample obtained by removing specific fractions by separation or selection techniques (e.g. heavy liquid, magnetic, sieving, etc.), analysing the fractions separately, and combining the results mathematically. When not combined, the sample is a @M03964@. This term should not be confused with @C01212@.
Source:
PAC, 1990, 62, 1193. (Nomenclature for sampling in analytical chemistry (Recommendations 1990)) on page 1204 [Terms] [Paper]