Analytical Techniques for Atmospheric Measurement

Almost all of the breakthroughs in understanding the atmosphere
have been initiated by field observations, using a range of
instrumental techniques. Developing or deploying instruments to
make further observations demands a thorough understanding of the
chemical and spectroscopic principles on which such measurements
depend.

Written as an authoritative guide to the techniques of
instrumental measurement for the atmospheric scientist, research
student or undergraduate, Analytical Techniques for Atmospheric
Measurement focuses on the instruments used to make real time
measurements of atmospheric gas and aerosol composition. Topics
covered include how they work, their strengths and weaknesses for a
particular task, the platforms on which they have been deployed and
how they are calibrated. It explains the fundamental principles
upon which the instrumental techniques are based (ie what property
of a molecule can be exploited to enable its detection), what
limits instrumental sensitivity and accuracy, and the information
that can be gained from their use.