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April 2015 
 

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Selecting the Best ICP-OES Plasma Interface for Your Research
Learn core concepts surrounding optical interfaces available for ICP-OES spectrometers and the strengths and weaknesses of each. Learn how each works and why the interface should be a major factor in your selection of the best instrument for your research. Download the PDF

Mercury Detection in Fish Samples by Direct Analysis
This paper describes the challenges faced by laboratories analyzing mercury in fish samples when using conventional technologies such as CVAA and ICP, and how direct mercury analysis can overcome these challenges.
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Mercury Determination in Lichen, BCR-482
Due to its ability to absorb trace amounts of mercury, analysis of lichen is a potential model for mercury contamination in a micro-ecosystem modeling system. The purpose of this application note is to validate the capabilities of the QuickTrace® M-7600 Cold Vapor Atomic Absorbance (CVAA) mercury analyzer in the µg/L range.
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Simultaneous Detection of Surface and Bulk Composition of a Magnesium Alloy
In this note, we examine a magnesium alloy plate to determine the type of anti-corrosion coating present. In the same experiment, the chemistry of the bulk magnesium alloy can also be observed. All data was collected using the ChemReveal® Desktop LIBS Analyzer.
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Elemental Determination of Whole Coal by the Pressed Powder Method
Application Note XRF1060 demonstrates rapid determination for multiple elements in whole coal by the pressed powder method using the Rigaku Supermini200 benchtop WDXRF spectrometer. The method is widely applicable for elemental analysis for exploration, mining operation, beneficiation, and final product assays.
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Precious Metals in Mining with the PinAAcle 500 AA Spectrometer
This work focuses on the analysis of precious metals in simulated digested precious metal buttons, with an added emphasis on assessing the lowest limits that can be accurately measured.
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Minerals in Drinking Water with the PinAAcle 500 AA Spectrometer
This work focuses on the determination of seven non-toxic elements usually found in drinking waters with the PerkinElmer PinAAcle 500 flame AA spectrometer.
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Copper, Iron, and Manganese in Wine with the PinAAcle 500 AA Spectrometer
This work demonstrates the ability of the PinAAcle 500 AA spectrometer to accurately measure copper, iron, and manganese in wine samples at levels which meet the regulations imposed by China for imported wine.
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