Inductively coupled plasma atomic or mass spectrometry is a common technique for elemental analysis. Samples to be analyzed are usually in the form of solutions and need to be introduced into the plasma by a sample introduction system, to obtain a mist of fine droplets. This book offers fundamental [...]
Starts with a detailed description of ICP-MS, including quadruple-based, sector-based and time-of-flight instruments. This work reviews the ICP-MS literature to outline both the strengths and limitations of the technique. It also demonstrates how these limitations can be reduced and/or eliminated by[...]