Electrothermal atomic-absorption spectrometric analysis of lake waters for Mn, Fe, Pb and Cd

Analyses have been made for trace metals in surface waters from lakes known to be sensitive to inputs of acidic deposition. Electrothermal atomic-absorption spectrometry was used for direct measurement of the low metal concentrations. The studies revealed non-spectral interferences resulting from sm...

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Published in:Talanta (Oxford) 1987-05, Vol.34 (5), p.465-472
Main Authors: Nagourney, Stuart J., Heit, Merrill, Bogen, Donald C.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Analytical chemistry
Chemistry
Exact sciences and technology
Spectrometric and optical methods
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Summary:Analyses have been made for trace metals in surface waters from lakes known to be sensitive to inputs of acidic deposition. Electrothermal atomic-absorption spectrometry was used for direct measurement of the low metal concentrations. The studies revealed non-spectral interferences resulting from small amounts of inorganic material in the sample matrix that prevent accurate measurements of Mn and Pb. Several types of interferences were identified by means of a computer coupled to the atomic-absorption spectrometer and procedures to overcome them were evaluated. Matrix modification with nitric acid is required for the determination of Mn. Atomization from a platform inserted within the graphite tube is necessary for interference-free Pb determination.
ISSN:0039-9140
1873-3573
DOI:10.1016/0039-9140(87)80163-7