Chapter 11, Problem 11.10QAP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason of using internal standards in the quantitative analysis by ICPMS needs to be explained.

Concept introduction:

ICPMS i.e. Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry carries out quantitative analysis at micro concentrations. To maintain the precision and accuracy, it is essential to eliminate or compensate for all possible errors.

To neutralize the systemic random errors, it is mandatory to test an internal standard.