Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass Spectrometry: Practices and Techniques

Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass Spectrometry presents a concise A-Z description of inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry, written in layman's terms, for use in the solution of trace element analytical chemistry problems. Detailed discussion of sample introduction and data interpretation is provided.

Practicing analytical chemists will be able to use this text to familiarize themselves with the principles, approaches, options, pitfalls, and advantages of ICP-MS technology.

Concise and straightforward descriptions of ICP-MS principles and instrumentation, ensuring rapid understanding of the technique and its advantages and limitationsExamples to clarify the operational characteristics of the technologyDrawings and illustrations to clarify principles, techniques, and methodologyDiscussions of practical approaches to the solution of specific trace analysis problems with helpful tips on efficiently producing the most accurate and precise dataEasy-to-understand terms, so that new users of the technology will immediately benefit from the information providedComprehensive appendixes containing isotopic and interference dataAn exhaustive compilation of literature citations for supplemental information

Introduction. Atomic Structure. Inductively Coupled Plasmas. Instrumentation. Sample Introduction. Special Techniques. Quantitative Techniques. Interferences.
Optimization. Figures of Merit. Appendix 1: Table of Elements with Atomic Number, Weights, and First and Second Ionization Potentials. Appendix 2: Isotopic
Composition of the Elements. Appendix 3: Prominent Polyatomic Interferences Applicable for ICP-MS Determinations. Appendix 4: Table of Student's Distribution.
Appendix 5: Certified Standard Reference Materials Available from the U.S. NIST and the NRC of Canada. Appendix 6: Supplemental References. Index.