Essentials of Analytical Chemistry

This comprehensive reference encompasses the scope and functions of analytical chemistry, including quantitative and qualitative analyses, instrumentation, best practices and procedures, and error and data analysis. It covers sampling techniques and separation methods including solvent extraction, electrophoresis, ion-exchange, molecular sieves, and membrane separation. The book covers electrochemical techniques, spectrometry, chromatography, radiochemical analyses, mass spectroscopy, and thermal methods. The final chapters focus on applications, including environmental, clinical, and food analyses. The book also includes chapters on automation, computers, and microprocessors.