Thermal Ionization Mass Spectrometry (TIMS): Silicate Digestion, Separation, and Measurement

This first book to discuss both separation chemistry and mass spectrometry for mineral and rock analysis compares the two frequently used techniques, analyzing both their scope and limitations by way of numerous practical examples.
The excellent and highly experienced author adopts a comprehensive and systematic approach, reviewing all the steps involved in an analytical workflow. In addition to thermal ionization mass spectrometry (TIMS), he also discusses applications of ICP-MS. Furthermore, alongside detailed protocols on sample preparation and mass spectrometric measurements, numerous practical hints are given.
A must-have handy guide for all isotope geochemists and anyone involved in isotope analysis.

Keywords: analytical geochemistry, radioactive decay, radiogenic isotopes, sample digestion, chemical separation, mass spectrometry, isotopic ratio analysis