Practice Chemical Identification via Reference Standards - 2.2 | 13. Analysis Methods – Gas Chromatography (Mass Spectrometry) | Environmental Quality Monitoring & Analysis, - Vol 2
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does mass spectrometry measure?

💡 Hint: Think about what the term 'mass spectrum' implies.

Question 2

Easy

What is a reference standard?

💡 Hint: Consider why we need a baseline for comparisons in science.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What does mass spectrometry help to identify?

  • Only the mass of molecules
  • Composition of chemical compounds
  • Only known compounds

💡 Hint: Think about the information we gather from the mass spectrum.

Question 2

True or False: Mass spectrometry requires ionization of samples before analysis.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how mass spectrometry is described when we talk about it.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

You are tasked with identifying a hazardous chemical found at a spill site. Describe the method you would follow using mass spectrometry.

💡 Hint: Remember the steps we discussed regarding ionization, analysis, and identification.

Question 2

Explain how you would handle a situation where your mass spectrum does not match any available reference standards.

💡 Hint: Think about ways scientists can deduce information when faced with uncertainty.

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