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10.1.5 Instrumental methods of analysis

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What three advantages do instrumental methods have over chemical tests?

A

A flame photometer identifies a metal ion by comparing its light pattern with reference data.

B

If an unknown reading is beyond the calibration curve's range, the sample must first be diluted.

C
  • Sensitivity
  • Accuracy
  • Speed
D

The light intensity is read against a calibration curve.

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