Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectrometry and its Applications

The first edition of Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectrometry and
its Applications was written as a handbook for users who wanted
a better understanding of the theory augmented by a practical
insight of how best to approach a range of applications, and to
provide a useful starting point for users trying an approach or
technique new to them. These objectives have been retained in the
second edition but a slight shift in emphasis gives the volume an
overall perspective that is more forward looking.

Structured into 11 chapters, the current edition is a thorough
revision of the original, covering the principles of inductively
coupled plasmas, instrumentation, methodology and applications
within environmental analysis, earth science, food science and
clinical medicine. Each chapter, written by internationally
recognised leaders in their specific subject areas, provides enough
detail to be useful to both the new and experienced users. Full
account is taken of recent developments, such as high resolution
instruments, novel detection systems and electrospray
techniques.

Written for all analytical scientists but particularly those
involved in atomic spectroscopy and in environmental, geochemical,
clinical or food analysis, this timely and informative book will be
an essential reference in their use of inductively coupled plasmas
to achieve their own scientific goals.