Mass spec Flashcards
1
Q
What is ionisation
A
atom ionised by knocking one or more electrons off to give a positive ion
2
Q
what is acceleration
A
accelerated so they have some kinetic energy
3
Q
what is deflection
A
ions deflected by magnetic field by different amounts
4
Q
what does deflection depend on
A
mass of ion - lighter means more deflection
charge of ion - higher means more deflection
5
Q
what is Relative atomic mass
A
average of masses of isotopes relative to 1/12 of mass of a 12 carbon
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