Practical Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectroscopy (Analytical Techniques in the Sciences (AnTs) *) [Hardcover]

John R. Dean (Author)

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Publication Date: September 5, 2005 | ISBN-10: 047009348X | ISBN-13: 978-0470093481 | Edition: 1

The book provides an up-to-date account of inductively coupled plasmas and their use in atomic emission spectroscopy and mass spectrometry. Specific applications of the use of these techniques are highlighted including applications in environmental, food and industrial analysis. It is written in a distance learning / open learning style; suitable for self study applications. It contains contain self-assessment and discussion questions, worked examples and case studies that  allow the reader to test their understanding of the presented material.

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"…very well written, very easy to understand…and quite comprehensive in coverage in some of the newer available techniques and procedures." (Applied Spectroscopy, February 2006) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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This text provides a valuable and readily accessible, practical introduction to inductively coupled plasma spectroscopy, serving both as a basic textbook for taught courses and also as a ‘self-study’ resource for those pursuing ‘open learning/distance learning’ forms of study.

Topics covered within this essential text include:

• Methodology for trace elemental analysis
• Sample preparation techniques for inductively coupled plasma spectroscopy, including those used for aqueous and solid samples, plus details of the various extraction procedures that can be used to prepare samples
• Sample introduction procedures for plasma sources
• The inductively coupled plasma and other sources used for atomic emission spectroscopy and mass spectrometry
• Fundamental aspects of atomic emission spectroscopy and mass spectrometry
• Spectrometers and detectors used for plasma spectroscopy
• Interferences in atomic emission spectroscopy
• Principles of inductively coupled plasma–mass spectrometry (ICP–MS)
• Types of mass spectrometers used for ICP–MS
• Interferences in ICP–MS and their remedies, including collision/reaction cells
• Isotope dilution analysis
• A range of applications for this technique, including forensic science, industrial analysis, clinical/biological analysis, materials analysis, environmental analysis, food analysis and pharmaceutical analysis
• Sample data sheets that can be used to record information in the laboratory
• A comprehensive bibliography, providing information on how to keep up-to-date with the latest developments in this field, guiding the reader to more specialized texts and sources, including books, journals and recommended  web sites

Practical Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectroscopy will be invaluable to those students studying at Foundation and BTEC (HNC and HND) levels, and for those pursuing BSc, MChem, MSc and MRes courses in analytical chemistry, as well as subsidiary courses in life, environmental and food science. In addition, it will be a useful guide to those using ICP, and related techniques, in applied research and analysis.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 208 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (September 5, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 047009348X
• ISBN-13: 978-0470093481
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,238,474 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Overpriced classroom style ICP text!, September 30, 2008

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This review is from: Practical Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectroscopy (Analytical Techniques in the Sciences (AnTs) *) (Hardcover)

Your first question might be..."Is this book worth $150-200?" and my answer is absolutely NOT! Overall, this book contains some good information but it is an overview of the different techniques of ICP. I would say that the book was designed specifically for an introductory graduate course. If you are seeking more than basic information on a specific technique of ICP your $200 would be better spent elsewhere. If you are looking for a foundation of ICP techniques in ICP-AES, ICP-MS, sample preparation and applications then this may be a book for you. It does contain useful ICP principles of operation and types of sample introduction, tables (i.e. polyatomic & isobaric interferences for ICP-MS) and mathematical basics.