Dean John R. Methods for Environmental Trace Analysis

Series: Analytical Techniques in the Sciences (AnTS)
Wiley, 2003. - 259 pages.
A series of open learning/distance learning books which covers all of the major analytical techniques and their application in the most important areas of physical, life and materials science.
The text is arranged into twelve chapters, covering the essentials of good laboratory housekeeping, through sampling and sample storage, and finally to the relevant sample preparation for inorganic and organic compounds from environmental matrices. A further chapter is devoted to the methods of analysis that can be used for quantitative analysis. To allow the user of the book to perform experiments in an effective manner, guidelines are also offered with respect to record keeping in the laboratory. Includes bibliographical references and index. Keywords: Pollutants – Analysis. Trace analysis – Methodology. Environmental chemistry – Methodology. Sampling.Series PrefaceAcronyms, Abbreviations and Symbols
About the Author
Basic Laboratory Skills
Investigative Approach for Sample Preparation
Sampling
Storage of Samples
Solids
Liquids - Natural and Waste Waters
Solids
Liquids
Volatile Compounds
Pre-Concentration Using Solvent Evaporation
Instrumental Techniques for Trace Analysis
Recording of Information in the Laboratory and Selected Resources
Responses to Self-Assessment Questions
Glossary of Terms
SI Units and Physical Constants
Periodic Table