The efficiency of Hg cold vapor generation and its influence on Hg isotope analysis by MC-ICP-MS
Miao Shi, Bridget A. Bergquist, Anwen Zhou, Yaqiu Zhao, Ruoyu Sun, Jiubin Chen, Wang Zheng
Abstract
Non-quantitative Hg cold-vapor generation can compromise the accuracy of Hg isotope analysis, and it should be monitored and optimized by performing matrix separation, adopting the design of gas–liquid separators, and tuning the sample uptake rate.
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ChemistryIsotopeAnalytical Chemistry (journal)Matrix (chemical analysis)ChromatographyNuclear physicsPhysicsMercury impact and mitigation studiesIsotope Analysis in EcologyMarine animal studies overview