Practice Environmental Quality - 1 | 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 'mass' refers to in this context.

Question 2

Easy

Define fragmentation in the context of mass spectrometry.

💡 Hint: This happens after ions are created.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the purpose of a mass analyzer in mass spectrometry?

  • To ionize compounds
  • To separate ions based on m/z ratios
  • To detect compounds

💡 Hint: Think about the specific role of this component.

Question 2

True or False: The mass spectrum is used to identify a compound's exact molecular structure.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what additional methods are needed for full structural characterization.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

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.

Question 2

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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