ICP Emission Spectrometry

This practical guide shows how to efficiently use the method for a variety of applications. Numerous examples as well as ideas for problem solving and troubleshooting are presented. The new edition is updated with the latest developments in methods and applications.

OVERVIEW
Analytic features of the ICP OES
ICP OES - definitions
Distribution of the ICP emission spectrometers
Complimentary techniques for elemental analysis
MIP and LIPS
Symbols, abbreviations and acronyms used
 
PLASMA
The analytically used plasma
Argon
Added gases (e.g. Oxygen or Nitrogen)
Materials used for ICP torches
Orientation of the plasma (e.g. vertical vs. horizontal)
Excitation to emit electromagnetic radiation
High-frequency generator
Sample introduction system
Nebulizers
 
OPTICS AND DETECTOR OF THE SPECTROMETER
Principles of optics
Detector
Emission spectrometer mounts
Scanning Array Spectrometers
Simultaneous Array Spectrometers
 
METHOD DEVELOPMENT
Wavelength selection
Reference to NIST-Atlas
Processing and correction techniques
Non-spectral interferences
Optimization
Validation
Procedure to check linearity
 
ROUTINE ANALYSIS
Preliminary steps
Calibration
Quality control
Software and data management
 
TROUBLE SHOOTING
 
APPLICATIONS
General Notes
Notes on specific elements
Selected applications
 
INSTRUMENT PURCHASING AND LABORATORY PREPARATION
Which technique in atomic spectrometry is preferred?
Which ICP emission spectrometer is best for the application?
Preparation of the laboratory
 
LITERATURE
INDEX

• By (author) Joachim Nölte