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Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy - Coggle Diagram
Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy
How does it work?
Perform quantitative analysis
amount of element present
determine the concentration of metal ions
absorption of light by electrons
What does it determine about inorganic substances?
concentration
further determines properties
vaporised
analysis by detector
absorbance
What are the benefits and limitations of its use
inexpensive
easy to use
analysis of metal content
solids or liquid
only solutions are analysed
less sensitivity compared to graphite furnace
large sample quantities
refractory elments
Examples of its application in industry
arsenic
mercury
lead
human tissue
measurement of electrolytes sodium
potassium in plasma