Electron Ionization (EI) Ionization and Fragmentation Processes
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Which technique offers the highest resolution of up to 10 million?

  • FT-ICR (correct)
  • TOF
  • EI
  • FT analysis

    • Which ionization method involves proton/electron transfer from a solid mixed with matrix?

  • APPI
  • MALDI (correct)
  • ESI
  • EI

    • Which technique is best suited for volatile thermally-stable compounds?

  • EI (correct)
  • FT-ICR
  • TOF
  • Quadrupole

    • Which method uses photoionization of reagent gas to induce analyte ionization?

    <p>APPI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technique forms charged droplets that undergo coulombic fission?

    <p>ESI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method uses RF and DC voltages to selectively transmit ions of a given m/z?

    <p>Quadrupole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does atmospheric pressure photoionization (APPI) differ from electrospray ionization (ESI) in terms of the type of analytes best suited for analysis?

    <p>APPI is better for non-polar compounds, while ESI is better for polar compounds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the ionization process of APPI, why is a reagent gas like toluene or acetone used?

    <p>To transfer energy to produce ions from the analyte molecules.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What reactions lead to the ionization of molecules in APPI?

    <p>R* + M → R+ + M + e-</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does electrospray ionization (ESI) produce multiple charged ions from analyte molecules?

    <p>Through solvent evaporation and coulombic fission.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of multiple charging in mass spectrometry?

    <p>It facilitates dissociation during tandem MS experiments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do highly charged droplets in ESI achieve multiple charging of analyte molecules?

    <p>By concentrating the charge on the analyte molecules as droplets shrink in size.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key advantage of matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization (MALDI) over other ionization techniques?

    <p>Ability to analyze non-volatile biomolecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor plays a crucial role in determining the resolution of a mass spectrometer?

    <p>Ion kinetic energy spread</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In electrospray ionization, which type of analyte generally ionizes most effectively?

    <p>Polar, charged molecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key limitation of Fourier transform ion cyclotron resonance (FT-ICR) mass spectrometers?

    <p>High cost and complexity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does time-of-flight (TOF) mass analyzer achieve high resolution?

    <p>By measuring ions' flight times down a field-free drift tube</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor influences the ionization efficiency of an analyte in electrospray ionization?

    <p>$pKa$ of the analyte</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes ion mobility spectrometry (IMS) valuable when coupled with mass spectrometry?

    <p>It provides additional structural information about ions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In MALDI, what role does the matrix play in the ionization process?

    <p>$UV$- absorbing matrix transfers protons to the analyte molecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a quadrupole mass analyzer selectively transmit ions based on their m/z?

    <p>By applying both RF and DC voltages to the four parallel rods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key advantage of ion trap mass analyzers compared to quadrupole mass analyzers?

    <p>High trapping efficiencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does time-of-flight mass spectrometry achieve high resolving power?

    <p>By separating ions based on their time-of-flight in a drift tube</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In ultraviolet photodissociation (UVPD), how do ions undergo dissociation?

    <p>By direct bond cleavages from absorption of UV photons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Fourier transform ion cyclotron resonance mass spectrometry (FT-ICR MS) use to trap ions?

    <p>Magnetic field</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does ion mobility spectrometry (IMS) separate ions?

    <p>Based on their drift times in a buffer gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates infrared multiphoton dissociation (IRMPD) from collision-induced dissociation (CID) in terms of fragmentation?

    <p>IRMPD uses direct bond cleavages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does mass defect play in determining molecular formulas from high-resolution mass spectra?

    <p>It helps determine possible molecular formulas by considering isotopic patterns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In multiple reaction monitoring (MRM) mode, what does the first quadrupole do in a triple quadrupole mass spectrometer?

    <p>Isolates a precursor ion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does atmospheric pressure photoionization (APPI) differ from electrospray ionization (ESI) in terms of the ionization process?

    <p>APPI ionizes reagent gas molecules, while ESI ionizes analyte molecules in solution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of multiple charging in electrospray ionization (ESI) mass spectrometry?

    <p>Highly charged ions are more readily fragmented in tandem MS experiments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of analytes are better suited for analysis by electrospray ionization (ESI) compared to atmospheric pressure photoionization (APPI)?

    <p>Polar compounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do highly charged droplets in electrospray ionization (ESI) achieve multiple charging of analyte molecules?

    <p>Due to solvent evaporation and coulombic fission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the reagent gas play in the ionization process of atmospheric pressure photoionization (APPI)?

    <p>It helps transfer energy to produce ions from the analytes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of analytes are best suited for analysis by atmospheric pressure photoionization (APPI) compared to electrospray ionization (ESI)?

    <p>Non-polar compounds that are difficult to ionize</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mass spectrometry technique involves electron bombardment for ionization causing fragmentation?

    <p>EI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mass spectrometry technique forms charged droplets that undergo coulombic fission?

    <p>ESI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of compounds are Electron Impact (EI) ionization best suited for?

    <p>Volatile thermally-stable compounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mass spectrometry technique involves proton/electron transfer from a solid mixed with matrix?

    <p>MALDI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method uses photoionization of reagent gas to induce analyte ionization?

    <p>APPI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates Quadrupole mass analyzers from Fourier Transform Ion Cyclotron Resonance (FT-ICR) mass analyzers?

    <p>Simple design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What additional information does ion mobility spectrometry (IMS) provide compared to conventional mass spectrometry?

    <p>Drift time in a buffer gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does ultraviolet photodissociation (UVPD) differ from collision-induced dissociation (CID) in terms of energy absorption for fragmentation?

    <p>UVPD uses lower energy photons than CID.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of Fourier transform ion cyclotron resonance mass spectrometry (FT-ICR MS) over other techniques?

    <p>Extremely high resolution mass spectra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does quadrupole mass analyzer achieve selective transmission of ions based on their m/z?

    <p>By scanning RF/DC voltage and amplitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of bond cleavages are induced by infrared multiphoton dissociation (IRMPD) compared to collision-induced dissociation (CID)?

    <p>Peptide backbone cleavages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does time-of-flight (TOF) play in achieving high resolving power in mass spectrometry?

    <p>Separating ions based on drift time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes ion trap mass analyzers from quadrupole mass analyzers in terms of mass range capabilities?

    <p>Quadrupole analyzers have a limited mass range.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does multiple reaction monitoring (MRM) mode differ from other modes in triple quadrupole mass spectrometers?

    <p>MRM isolates and fragments ions sequentially.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key strength of ion trap mass analyzers compared to quadrupole mass analyzers?

    <p>High trapping efficiency and multi-stage MS/MS capabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key advantage of Fourier transform ion cyclotron resonance (FT-ICR) mass spectrometers over other mass analyzers?

    <p>Highest resolution and most accurate mass measurements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor plays a crucial role in determining the mass resolution of a mass spectrometer?

    <p>Ion kinetic energy spread</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In ion mobility spectrometry coupled with mass spectrometry, ions are separated based on what characteristic?

    <p>Drift time in buffer gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main limitation of matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization (MALDI) as a mass spectrometry technique?

    <p>Limited mass range</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do quadrupole mass filters function in mass analysis?

    <p>By selectively transmitting ions based on their m/z through a hyperbolic field</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key strength of time-of-flight (TOF) mass analyzers compared to other mass analyzers?

    <p>High resolution and high duty cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor does NOT typically influence the ionization efficiency of an analyte in electrospray ionization?

    <p>$m/z$ ratio of the analyte</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What separates ions based on their time of flight down a field-free drift tube?

    <p>Time-of-flight (TOF) analyzer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of ions does matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization (MALDI) predominantly form from solid samples?

    <p>[M+H]+ ions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Fourier transform ion cyclotron resonance (FT-ICR) mass spectrometers, how are ions trapped before analysis?

    <p>Electrostatically between an inner spindle and outer barrel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Mass Spectrometry Techniques and Ionization Methods

    • Highest Resolution Technique: Achieves resolution up to 10 million.
    • Proton/Electron Transfer Method: Ionization occurs from a solid mixed with a matrix, commonly in MALDI (Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption Ionization).
    • Volatile thermally-stable Compounds: Best analyzed using techniques like APCI (Atmospheric Pressure Chemical Ionization).
    • Photoionization of Reagent Gas: Techniques such as APCI use this method for analyte ionization.
    • Charged Droplets Formation: Coulombic fission occurs during the electrospray ionization (ESI) process.
    • Selective Ion Transmission: Quadrupole mass analyzers utilize RF (Radio Frequency) and DC (Direct Current) voltages based on m/z (mass-to-charge ratio).
    • APPI vs. ESI: APPI is more suited for non-polar analytes; ESI excels with polar compounds.
    • Reagent Gas in APPI: Toluene or acetone facilitates ionization reactions.
    • Reactions in APPI: Use of radical cations formed from the reagent gas to ionize analytes.
    • ESI Multiple Charged Ions: Produces multiple charges by creating highly charged droplets that allow multiple ionization events.
    • Significance of Multiple Charging: Enables the detection of higher mass analytes with better resolution.
    • Droplets in ESI: Highly charged droplets provide a mechanism for effective multiple charging of analyte molecules.
    • Key Advantage of MALDI: Minimizes sample fragmentation during ionization, preserving structural information.
    • Resolution Determinants: Factors like ion trapping time and measurement of flight time in TOF affect mass spectrometer resolution.
    • ESI Effective Analytes: Generally, small polar molecules are better ionized in ESI.
    • FT-ICR Limitations: High cost and complexity of instrumentation limit accessibility.
    • TOF High Resolution: Achieved through the uniform kinetic energy imparted to ions and the time of flight measurement.
    • TM Influencing Ionization: Factors affecting ionization efficiency in ESI include solvent properties and analyte concentration.
    • IMS Value in Mass Spectrometry: Provides additional separation based on ion shape and size, improving specificity.
    • MALDI Matrix Role: Matrix absorbs laser energy, facilitating effective ionization of the analyte.
    • Quadrupole Mass Analyzer: Selectively transmits ions by oscillating electric fields based on their m/z ratio.
    • Ion Trap Advantages: Offers the ability to accumulate ions and provide detailed fragmentation analysis.
    • Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometry: High resolving power due to the precise time measurement of ions traveling a known distance.
    • UVPD Ion Dissociation: UV radiation induces breaking of chemical bonds through photon absorption.
    • FT-ICR MS Ion Trapping: Utilizes magnetic fields to trap ions based on their cyclotron motion.
    • IMS Separation of Ions: Employs electric fields to differentiate ions based on mobility through a gas.
    • IRMPD vs. CID: IRMPD uses low-energy photon absorption while CID uses collisional energy for fragmentation.
    • Mass Defect Role: Helps deduce molecular formulas by analyzing the mass differences in high-resolution mass spectra.
    • MRM Mode in Triple Quadrupole: The first quadrupole selects specific precursor ions for further analysis.
    • APPI vs. ESI Ionization Process: APPI involves gas-phase ionization, while ESI employs droplets for ionization.
    • Significance of Multiple Charging in ESI: Enhances detection sensitivity for larger biomolecules.
    • Analytes for ESI vs. APPI: ESI is favorable for polar, water-soluble analytes; APPI is suited for less polar species.
    • Reagent Gas in APPI Process: Ionizes analytes by facilitating proton transfer reactions.
    • Analytes Best for APPI: Non-polar or thermally labile compounds, as opposed to polar compounds for ESI.
    • EI Technique Fragmentation: Involves electron bombardment to ionize and fragment analytes.
    • Charged Droplets and Coulombic Fission in ESI: Formation of charged droplets that can undergo fission events.
    • EI Suitability: Electron Impact is ideal for small volatile molecules.
    • MALDI Solid Sample Ionization: Generates ions from solid samples through energy transfer from matrix absorption.
    • Quadrupole vs. FT-ICR Determinants: Quadrupoles filter ions while FT-ICR retains ions in a cyclotron motion for analysis.
    • IMS Additional Information: Provides insights into ion sizes and structures, aiding in complex mixture analyses.
    • UVPD and CID Energy Differences: CID uses kinetic energy for dissentions, while UVPD uses specific wavelength photon energy for the same.
    • FT-ICR MS Main Advantage: Combines high resolution with the ability to perform multi-stage mass spectrometry.
    • Quadrupole Ion Transmission: Achieved via scanning oscillation patterns that filter based on m/z.
    • IRMPD vs. CID Cleavage Types: IRMPD induces specific bond cleavages while CID generates a broader range of fragmentation patterns.
    • TOF Role in Resolution: Measures the ion travel time, increasing resolution based on distance and time measurements.
    • Ion Trap versus Quadrupole Mass Range: Ion traps can handle a wider mass range by storing multiple ions simultaneously.
    • MRM Mode Unique Features: Focuses on a selective approach to monitoring specific ions within a mixture.
    • Ion Trap Strengths: Capable of higher sensitivity and adaptability in ion analysis compared to quadrupole analyzers.
    • FT-ICR Mass Spectrometer Advantage: Unmatched resolution capability due to prolonged ion trapping and analysis times.
    • Mass Spectrometry Resolution Factors: Includes ion flight time, trapping efficiency, and detector sensitivity.
    • IMS Coupling with Mass Spec: Separates ions based on their mobility in a medium, enhancing analyte characterization.
    • MALDI Limitation: Potential for incomplete ionization and variability in ionization efficiency.
    • Quadrupole Mass Filters Function: Filter ions through potential differences to allow specific m/z ratios to pass through.
    • TOF Mass Analyzers Strengths: Known for high sensitivity and resolution with broad mass range capacity.
    • Aspects Not Influencing ESI Ionization Efficiency: Environmental humidity or atmospheric pressure may not significantly affect ESI performance.
    • Time-of-Flight Separation Mechanism: Based on the time it takes for ions to traverse a field-free drift region.
    • MALDI Predominant Ion Generation: Primarily forms singly charged ions from analytes derived from solid samples.
    • FT-ICR Ion Trapping Method: Employs a high magnetic field to stabilize ions while maintaining high-resolution detection capabilities.

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