The application of atomic absorption spectra to chemical analysis

doi:10.1016/0371-1951(55)80013-6

Spectrochimica Acta

Volume 7, 1955–1956, Pages 108-117

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Abstract

The theoretical factors governing the relationship between atomic absorption and atomic concentration are examined and the experimental problems involved in recording atomic absorption spectra are discussed. On the basis of the discussions, it is shown that such spectra provide a promising method of chemical analysis with vital advantages over emission methods, particularly from the viewpoint of absolute analysis. It is also suggested that the absorption method offers the possibility of providing a simple means of isotopic analysis.

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The application of atomic absorption spectra to chemical analysis

Abstract

C.R. Acad. Sci., U.R.S.S.

Anal. Chem.

J. Opt. Soc. Amer.

Phil. Mag.

Z. Physik

Phys. Rev.

Proc. Roy. Soc. London

Proc. Roy. Soc. London

Proc. Roy. Soc. London

Z. Astrophys.

Z. Aatrophys.

Phil. Trans. Roy. Soc.