IMS Flashcards
1
Q
What is Mobility Spectroscopy (IMS):
A
- Separation technique that identifies gas phase ions based on mobility through an electric field.
2
Q
What are three major parts to IMS:
A
- Ionization chamber, Drift tube and Detector
3
Q
What is IMS’s greatest strength:
A
Rapid detection and response time (30 seconds)
4
Q
Disadvantage to IMS field portability:
A
Screening preliminary test
