Atomic Theory 2- Mass Spectrometer Flashcards
1
Q
Principle of the mass spectrometer
A
Different ions are separated according to their masses when moving in a magnetic field
2
Q
Uses:
A
a) identify presence of different isotopes in a sample.
b) calculate relative atomic and molecular masses
3
Q
Stage 1
A
Vaporisation
4
Q
Stage 2
A
Production of positive ions
5
Q
Stage 3
A
Acceleration
6
Q
Stage 4
A
Deflection
7
Q
Stage 5
A
Detection
