| The course will begin with the basics of atomic spectra, the components of ICP spectrometers and the practical aspects of the hardware. The various sample introduction systems including the purpose of the components and their effect of system performance, classical monochromator and polychromator spectrometers as well as Echelle designs, and detection systems including the new advanced detector approaches will be reviewed. Topics such as calibration curves, background correction, interelement effects, internal standardization, the preparation of multielement standards, and the purity of water and acids will be explored. Strategies for enhancing the performance of ICP systems by using ultrasonic nebulization, hydride generation, sample preconcentration and matrix elimination, microflow nebulization, and laser ablation accessories will be examined. Applications for a variety of matrices and sample preparation techniques will be offered. |
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