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What is the purpose of the ionization source in mass spectrometry?
What is the purpose of the ionization source in mass spectrometry?
- To separate the sample into its individual components
- To detect the presence of specific elements in the sample
- To convert the sample into gas phase ions (correct)
- To measure the mass-to-charge ratio of ions
In mass spectrometry, what does the term 'm/z' represent?
In mass spectrometry, what does the term 'm/z' represent?
- Charge of the mass spectrometer
- Mass-to-charge ratio of ions (correct)
- Mass of the sample
- Number of isotopes present
Which factor does not affect the resolution of a mass spectrometer?
Which factor does not affect the resolution of a mass spectrometer?
- Size of the sample (correct)
- Quality of the detector
- Type of ionization source
- Magnetic field strength
