Mass Spectrometry -
The Basics
Mass spectrometry is used to identify unknown compounds and quantify known compounds. It is sensitive and selective and is commonly used in combination with a separation technique, such as gas or liquid chromatography, to analyze complex mixtures.
If you are new to mass
spectrometry or just need a refresher on some of the basics, the following
sections will provide a brief overview of the fundamentals of this powerful
analytical technique.
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