This specialized facility performs elemental analysis on a variety of sample types using inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometry (ICP-OES). This analytical technique identifies and quantifies the elemental composition of a sample by exciting atoms in a high-temperature plasma and measuring the emitted light at specific wavelengths. For instance, a water sample might be analyzed to determine the concentration of heavy metals present.
The significance of such a laboratory lies in its ability to provide accurate and reliable data for quality control, environmental monitoring, and research and development. The information generated assists in ensuring product safety, compliance with regulatory standards, and the advancement of scientific understanding. Historically, this type of analysis has played a crucial role in fields ranging from metallurgy to toxicology.
