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A rapid method for determining tin and molybdenum in geological samples by flame atomic-absorption spectroscopy

January 1, 1985

The proposed method uses a lithium metaborate fusion, dissolution of the fusion bead in 15% v v hydrochloric acid, extraction into a 4% solution of trioctylphosphine oxide in methyl isobutyl ketone, and aspiration into a nitrous oxide-acetylene flame. The limits of detection for tin and molybdenum are 1.0 and 0.5 ppm, respectively. Approximately 50 samples can be analysed per day. ?? 1985.

Publication Year 1985
Title A rapid method for determining tin and molybdenum in geological samples by flame atomic-absorption spectroscopy
Authors E. P. Welsch
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title Talanta
Index ID 70009929
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse