IS 1493 (1959): Methods of Chemical Analysis of Iron Ores
Cool in a desiccator and weigh. Moisten the residue with a little water and add two to three drops of dilute sulphuric acid ( 1 : 1) and 8 to 10 ml of hydrofluoric acid. Evaporate to dryness and ignite for four to five minutes. Cool in a desiccator and weigh.