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What is the primary function of an electrostatic sector analyzer in a mass spectrometer?
To separate ions based on their mass-to-charge ratio
What is the main advantage of using a Time of Flight analyzer in a mass spectrometer?
It provides high mass resolution
What is the role of the magnetic sector in a mass spectrometer?
To separate ions based on their mass-to-charge ratio
What is the primary mechanism of ion detection in a mass spectrometer?
Ions collide with a metal surface, releasing electrons
What is the main difference between a quadruple analyzer and an ion trap analyzer?
The way they stabilize ions
Explore how the charge of an ion affects its deflection in mass spectrometry instruments, including those with electrostatic sectors in forward or reversed geometry.
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