1 - Environmental Quality
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Practice Questions
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What does mass spectrometry measure?
💡 Hint: Think about what 'mass' refers to in this context.
Define fragmentation in the context of mass spectrometry.
💡 Hint: This happens after ions are created.
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What is the purpose of a mass analyzer in mass spectrometry?
💡 Hint: Think about the specific role of this component.
True or False: The mass spectrum is used to identify a compound's exact molecular structure.
💡 Hint: Consider what additional methods are needed for full structural characterization.
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Consider a mixture containing three unknown compounds. Discuss the process of identifying each component using GC-MS.
💡 Hint: Think about each step and how the different instruments interact.
Analyze how environmental monitoring employs mass spectrometry to detect pollutants in water samples. Discuss limitations and advantages.
💡 Hint: Consider both the benefits and drawbacks in real-world applications.
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