Practice Electron Capture Detector (ECD) - 4.3 | 12. Analysis Methods – Gas Chromatography | Environmental Quality Monitoring & Analysis, - Vol 2
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does ECD stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about the components of the name.

Question 2

Easy

Name one type of compound that ECD can detect.

💡 Hint: Remember, ECD focuses on specific types of chemical groups.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the primary function of an Electron Capture Detector?

  • To detect non-polar compounds
  • To analyze halogenated compounds
  • To measure temperature
  • To separate gases

💡 Hint: Reflect on what type of compounds ECD is used to detect.

Question 2

True or False: ECD is a selective detector.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider its limitations.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

An ECD is being used to analyze air samples from a highly polluted area. Discuss how you would approach the calibration process, identifying specific standards for halogenated pollutants.

💡 Hint: Reflect on the importance of representative standards.

Question 2

Discuss the potential environmental consequences of relying solely on an ECD for analyzing environmental samples.

💡 Hint: Consider the broader implications of detection focus.

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