ICP Emission Spectrometry: A Practical Guide

OVERVIEW
Analytic features of the ICP OES
ICP OES - definitions
Distribution of the ICP emission spectrometers
Complimentary techniques for elemental analysis
Symbols, abbreviations and acronyms used
PLASMA
The analytically used plasma
Excitation to emit electromagnetic radiation
High-frequency generator
Sample introduction system
OPTICS AND DETECTOR OF THE SPECTROMETER
Principles of optics
Detector
Emission spectrometer mounts
METHOD DEVELOPMENT
Wavelength selection
Processing and correction techniques
Non-spectral interferences
Optimization
Validation
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