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What is the main function of the peristaltic pump in the ICP-OES system?
What is the main function of the peristaltic pump in the ICP-OES system?
- Convert solution filaments into an aerosol spray
- Mix the liquid sample with nebulizer gas
- Create a fine aerosol spray of analyte solution
- Propel the sample solution through tubing (correct)
Which type of tubing is commonly used in the ICP-OES system for majority of analyses?
Which type of tubing is commonly used in the ICP-OES system for majority of analyses?
- Tygon tubing (correct)
- Metal tubing
- Glass tubing
- Plastic tubing
In the Cross-Flow Nebulizer system, what causes the conversion of solution filaments into an aerosol spray?
In the Cross-Flow Nebulizer system, what causes the conversion of solution filaments into an aerosol spray?
- Direction of tip of capillary tube
- Velocity increase in the Ar flow
- Perpendicular flow of liquid sample
- High speed stream of Ar gas (correct)
In an ICP-OES system, what is the primary function of a spray chamber?
In an ICP-OES system, what is the primary function of a spray chamber?
What is a common material used in the construction of a Scott Spray Chamber in an ICP-OES system?
What is a common material used in the construction of a Scott Spray Chamber in an ICP-OES system?
What is the main function of a Cyclonic Spray Chamber in an ICP-OES system?
What is the main function of a Cyclonic Spray Chamber in an ICP-OES system?
What is the advantage of the axial view in ICP-OES over the radial view?
What is the advantage of the axial view in ICP-OES over the radial view?
Why is the SCD detector cooled at -35°C with a chiller in ICP-OES?
Why is the SCD detector cooled at -35°C with a chiller in ICP-OES?
What is a unique feature of the Segmented Array Charged Coupled Device Detector (SCD) in ICP-OES?
What is a unique feature of the Segmented Array Charged Coupled Device Detector (SCD) in ICP-OES?
How does the cross-flow nebulizer contribute to ICP-OES analysis?
How does the cross-flow nebulizer contribute to ICP-OES analysis?
