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What is mass spectrometry?
Mass spectrometry is an analytical technique used to measure the mass-to-charge ratio of ions.
What does a mass spectrum show?
A mass spectrum shows the intensity of ion signals as a function of the mass-to-charge ratio.
How is mass spectrometry applied?
Mass spectrometry is applied in many different fields and can be used for pure samples as well as complex mixtures.
What is the purpose of a mass spectrum?
A mass spectrum is used to determine the elemental or isotopic signature of a sample, the masses of particles and molecules, and to elucidate the chemical identity or structure of molecules and compounds.
How does ionization occur in a typical MS procedure?
In a typical MS procedure, ionization occurs by bombarding the sample with a beam of electrons, causing the molecules to break up into positively charged fragments or become positively charged without fragmenting.
Test your knowledge of mass spectrometry and its applications with this quiz! Learn about the principles behind mass spectrometry, how mass spectra are generated, and how this technique is used in various fields.
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