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Kukusamude C, Kongsri S, Tamklang R, Taebunpakul S. Feasibility of Matrix-Matched Material for Determining Elements in Rice Flour by SN-ICP-MS and LA-ICP-MS. Foods 2024; 13:1604. [PMID: 38890833 PMCID: PMC11172162 DOI: 10.3390/foods13111604] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2024] [Revised: 04/23/2024] [Accepted: 05/05/2024] [Indexed: 06/20/2024] Open
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The preparation of matrix-matched material for elemental quantitative analysis in rice flour matrix is proposed here for the first time as part of a feasibility study using the SN-ICP-MS and LA-ICP-MS methods. It was prepared via the spiking process in colloidal solution of rice flour with different levels of arsenic (As), cadmium (Cd) and lead (Pb), followed by drying in a climatic chamber. Comparative studies of the results on external calibration and gravimetric standard addition ICP-MS approaches through the use of calibration standard solutions were discussed. Method bias from the external calibration method was investigated, demonstrating the systematic effect arising from the sample matrix. Characterizing the concentration of measurands was then reasonably proposed using the gravimetric standard addition ICP-MS. Using powdered rice matrix reference material for ICP-MS calibration following acid digestion, the study showed a good agreement of recovery studies. A feasibility study of the LA-ICP-MS method as a direct solid analysis performed on the matrix-matched standard was then discussed. In the study, large fluctuation of signals was found for constructing calibration curve, generating poor linearity, especially for As and Pb, although yttrium (Y) as internal standard was applied. This might be ascribed to a limited microscale of homogeneity, and particularly laser-induced preferential evaporation of volatile elements. Using a number of measured data points, the mean and median were statistically recommended to improve precision. An attempt to use of similar matrix in both standard and sample is a critical point to consider to minimize the elemental fractionation effect. The proposed approach to prepare matrix-matched material could be a potential means for achieving elemental quantitation.
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- Chunyapuk Kukusamude
- Nuclear Technology Research and Development Center (NTRDC), Thailand Institute of Nuclear Technology (Public Organization), 9/9 Moo 7, Saimoon, Ongkharak, Nakhon Nayok 26120, Thailand
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- Nuclear Technology Research and Development Center (NTRDC), Thailand Institute of Nuclear Technology (Public Organization), 9/9 Moo 7, Saimoon, Ongkharak, Nakhon Nayok 26120, Thailand
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- Nuclear Technology Research and Development Center (NTRDC), Thailand Institute of Nuclear Technology (Public Organization), 9/9 Moo 7, Saimoon, Ongkharak, Nakhon Nayok 26120, Thailand
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- Chemical Metrology and Biometry Department, National Institute of Metrology (Thailand), 3/4-5 Moo 3, Technothani, Klong Ha, Klong Luang, Pathum Thani 12120, Thailand
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Hur SH, Kim S, Kim H, Jeong S, Chung H, Kim YK, Kim HJ. Geographical discrimination of dried chili peppers using femtosecond laser ablation-inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (fsLA-ICP-MS). Curr Res Food Sci 2023; 6:100532. [PMID: 37377492 PMCID: PMC10290993 DOI: 10.1016/j.crfs.2023.100532] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2023] [Revised: 05/09/2023] [Accepted: 06/07/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
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This study presents a method for discriminating the geographical origin of dried chili peppers using femtosecond laser ablation-inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (fsLA-ICP-MS) and multivariate analysis, such as orthogonal partial least squares discriminant analysis (OPLS-DA), heatmap analysis, and canonical discriminant analysis (CDA). Herein, 102 samples were analyzed for the content of 33 elements using optimized conditions of 200 Hz (repetition rate), 50 μm (spot size), and 90% (energy). Significant differences in count per second (cps) values of the elements were observed between domestic and imported peppers, with variations of up to 5.66 times (133Cs). The OPLS-DA model accuracy achieved an R2 of 0.811 and a Q2 of 0.733 for distinguishing dried chili peppers of different geographical origins. The variable importance in projection (VIP) and s-plot identified elements 10 and 3 as key to the OPLS-DA model, and in the heatmap, six elements were estimated to be significant in discriminating between domestic and imported samples. Furthermore, CDA showed a high accuracy of 99.02%. This method can ensure food safety for consumers, and accurately determine the geographic origin of agricultural products.
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- Suel Hye Hur
- National Agricultural Products Quality Management Service, Gimcheon, 39660, Republic of Korea
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- National Agricultural Products Quality Management Service, Gimcheon, 39660, Republic of Korea
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- National Agricultural Products Quality Management Service, Gimcheon, 39660, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Chemistry and Research Institute for Convergence of Basic Science, Hanyang University, Seoul, 04763, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Chemistry and Research Institute for Convergence of Basic Science, Hanyang University, Seoul, 04763, Republic of Korea
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- National Agricultural Products Quality Management Service, Gimcheon, 39660, Republic of Korea
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- National Agricultural Products Quality Management Service, Gimcheon, 39660, Republic of Korea
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Willner J, Brunnbauer L, Larisegger S, Nelhiebel M, Marchetti-Deschmann M, Limbeck A. A versatile approach for the preparation of matrix-matched standards for LA-ICP-MS analysis - Standard addition by the spraying of liquid standards. Talanta 2023; 256:124305. [PMID: 36736271 DOI: 10.1016/j.talanta.2023.124305] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2022] [Revised: 01/17/2023] [Accepted: 01/25/2023] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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In the last years, LA-ICP-MS has become an attractive technique for analyzing solid samples from various research fields. However, application in material science is often hampered by the limited availability of appropriate certified reference materials, which are a precondition for accurate quantification. Thus, frequently in-house prepared standards are used, which match the sample's composition and include all elements of interest at the required concentration levels. However, preparing and characterizing such standards is often labor-intensive and time-consuming. This work proposes a new approach for the fabrication of matrix-matched standards based on the concept of standard addition. In the first step, the analytes of interest are homogeneously deposited onto the sample surface using liquid standards and a spraying device. For analysis, the generated thin layer is ablated simultaneously with the underlying sample. Thereby deviations in the ablation process and particle transport can be avoided. It could be shown that the developed method is highly versatile and could be easily adapted to the actual needs. Using silicon, silicon carbide, copper, aluminum, and glass as a matrix, excellent linear correlations between observed signal intensities and deposited amounts were found for the elements Zn, Ag, In, and Pb (R2 - values greater than 0.99). The method was applied to determine the content of sulfur, zinc, silver, indium, and lead in a commercial Kapton® polyimide film. The obtained results could be verified based on the homogeneously distributed sulfur by conventional liquid ICP-MS analysis after sample digestion, showing similar precision and accuracy. Lead was found to show a very inhomogeneous distribution in the Kapton® film, with concentration below the LOD at most measured locations and irregularly occurring spots with significantly higher concentrations. Finally, a quantitative depth profile of sulfur in a Kapton® film has been measured to assess the uptake of SO2 after a weathering experiment.
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- Jakob Willner
- TU Wien, Institute of Chemical Technologies and Analytics, Getreidemarkt 9/164-I(2)AC, 1060 Vienna, Austria; KAI Kompetenzzentrum Automobil- und Industrieelektronik GmbH, Technologiepark Villach - Europastraße 8, 8524 Villach, Austria
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- TU Wien, Institute of Chemical Technologies and Analytics, Getreidemarkt 9/164-I(2)AC, 1060 Vienna, Austria
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- KAI Kompetenzzentrum Automobil- und Industrieelektronik GmbH, Technologiepark Villach - Europastraße 8, 8524 Villach, Austria
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- KAI Kompetenzzentrum Automobil- und Industrieelektronik GmbH, Technologiepark Villach - Europastraße 8, 8524 Villach, Austria
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- TU Wien, Institute of Chemical Technologies and Analytics, Getreidemarkt 9/164-I(2)AC, 1060 Vienna, Austria.
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Microwave-Assisted Solid Sampling Analysis Coupled to Flame Furnace Atomic Absorption Spectrometry for Cd and Pb Determination in Food-Contact Polymers. SUSTAINABILITY 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/su14010291] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Microwave-assisted solid sampling analysis coupled to flame furnace atomic absorption spectrometry (MW-SS-FF-AAS) was used for Cd and Pb determination in food-contact polymer samples, with the aim of minimizing reagents and laboratory waste. Operational parameters, such as the FF tube design, the oxygen flow rate, the flame stoichiometry, the sample mass, among others, were evaluated and optimized. Calibration was performed using only reference solutions, and the limits of quantification were 1.7 and 4.6 μg g−1 for Cd and Pb, respectively. Accuracy was assessed by the analysis of certified reference materials (CRMs), and by comparison with the results obtained by inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry after microwave-assisted wet digestion. The MW-SS-FF-AAS results for the CRMs showed no statistical difference with the certified values, and good agreement was observed with the results of the digestion method. The MW-SS-FF-AAS method was considered suitable for Cd and Pb determination in food-contact polymers. The concentrations of Cd and Pb in the analyzed samples varied from <1.7 to 628 μg g−1, and from <4.6 to 614 μg g−1, respectively. As sample digestion is not necessary, the use of concentrated acids can be avoided by using the proposed MW-SS-FF-AAS method, greatly reducing waste generation.
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Qiao L, Zhang R, Qiao J, He X, Wu Z. Preparation of ashless cellulose paper standards for rapid determination of multi-element concentrations in airborne fine particulate matter using laser ablation inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry. RSC Adv 2021; 11:6644-6653. [PMID: 35423202 PMCID: PMC8694890 DOI: 10.1039/d0ra09200b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2020] [Accepted: 02/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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In this study, we developed ashless cellulose filter papers as calibration standards in laser ablation inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS) to rapidly determine multi-element concentrations in airborne fine particulate matter (PM2.5). To achieve this, the papers were treated by immersion in standard solutions, followed by evaporation of the solutions. The homogeneity of the paper standards was studied, and the results demonstrated that the elements were homogeneously distributed at the paper centers with slight fluctuations (i.e., relative standard derivation ≦ 8%). The instrument signal drift and instability were compensated using a pseudo internal standard (197Au). The limits of detection established for LA-ICP-MS were obtained by the ablation of 11 lines on the procedural blank filter paper containing 0.5% HNO3, with values ranging from 0.01 (Sr) to 0.49 μg g-1 (Fe). The accuracy of the LA-ICP-MS determinations was validated using certified reference materials (CRMs) and analyzed using six line scans. The results showed acceptable analytical errors (<13%). Thus, our method was applied to analyze actual PM2.5 samples. Moreover, the sources of PM2.5 in Hangzhou were also investigated. Additionally, this method has considerable potential for multi-element analysis in other airborne dusts.
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- Lei Qiao
- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Anhui Medical University Hefei 230032 China
- Focused Photonics Inc Hangzhou 310000 China
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- School of Life Sciences, Anhui Medical University Hefei 230032 China
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- School of Life Sciences, Anhui Medical University Hefei 230032 China
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- School of Life Sciences, Anhui Medical University Hefei 230032 China
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- Focused Photonics Inc Hangzhou 310000 China
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de Jesus JR, de Araújo Andrade T. Understanding the relationship between viral infections and trace elements from a metallomics perspective: implications for COVID-19. Metallomics 2020; 12:1912-1930. [PMID: 33295922 PMCID: PMC7928718 DOI: 10.1039/d0mt00220h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2020] [Accepted: 11/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Recently, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared a pandemic situation due to a new viral infection (COVID-19) caused by a novel virus (Sars-CoV-2). COVID-19 is today the leading cause of death from viral infections in the world. It is known that many elements play important roles in viral infections, both in virus survival, and in the activation of the host's immune system, which depends on the presence of micronutrients to maintain the integrity of its functions. In this sense, the metallome can be an important object of study for understanding viral infections. Therefore, this work presents an overview of the role of trace elements in the immune system and the state of the art in metallomics, highlighting the challenges found in studies focusing on viral infections.
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- Jemmyson Romário de Jesus
- University of Campinas, Institute of Chemistry, Dept of Analytical Chemistry, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
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Kisomi AS, Alizadeh T, Shakeri A, Nouri A, Farsadrooh M, Najafi AsliPashaki S. Application of μ-TLC for speciation of inorganic arsenic by laser ablation inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry. Microchem J 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.microc.2020.105443] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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Combined LA-ICP-MS/LIBS: powerful analytical tools for the investigation of polymer alteration after treatment under corrosive conditions. Sci Rep 2020; 10:12513. [PMID: 32719351 PMCID: PMC7385656 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-69210-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2020] [Accepted: 07/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Polymers are used in a variety of different areas, including applications in food packaging, automotive and the semiconductor industry. Information about degradation of these materials during application, but also uptake of pollutants from the surrounding environment is therefore of great interest. Conventional techniques used for polymer characterization such as FT-IR or Raman spectroscopy, but also thermo-analytical techniques offer insights into degradation processes but lack the possibility to detect uptake of inorganic species. Moreover, these techniques do not allow the measurement of depth profiles, thus information about degradation or pollutant uptake with sample depth is not accessible. In this work, we propose LA-ICP-MS and LIBS as powerful analytical tools for polymer characterization, overcoming the limitations of conventional analytical techniques used for polymer analysis. Applicability of the developed procedures is demonstrated by the analysis of artificially weathered polyimides and modern art materials, indicating that the degradation of the polymer but also the uptake of corrosive gases is not limited to the sample surface. Finally, a tandem LA-ICP-MS/LIBS approach is employed, which combines the advantages of both laser-based procedures, enabling the simultaneous analysis of polymer degradation and cadmium uptake of polystyrene after exposure to UV radiation and treatment with artificial sea water.
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Dressler VL, Ogunmodede OT, Heidrich GM, Neves VM, Schetinger MRC, Morsch VM. Investigative Analysis of Lanthanum Oxide Nanoparticles on Elements in Bone of Wistar Rats After 30 Days of Repeated Oral Administration. Biol Trace Elem Res 2020; 196:153-167. [PMID: 31656980 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-019-01907-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2019] [Accepted: 09/16/2019] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Accumulation of lanthanum oxide nanoparticles (La2O3NPs) in the femur bone of rats after 30 days of oral administration was explored. Also, the influence of La2O3NPs on macro and trace elements in the rats' femur bone was assessed. Inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) and inductively coupled plasma optical spectrometry (ICP OES) were used for total element determination in the bone after decomposition while laser ablation-ICP-MS (LA-ICP-MS) was used to investigate element distribution (bio-imaging) in the bone. Some differences in element concentrations in the bone between the rats treated with La2O3NPs at 1.0 mg kg-1 (T1), 10.0 mg kg-1 (T2), and 100 mg kg-1 (T3) body weight (bw) and the control rats (CTR) were observed. More differences were observed in the bone of rat treated with 10.0 mg kg-1 La2O3NPs bw. However, the highest change observed was for Mg, which concentration ranged from 5230 ± 12 μg kg-1 for the CTR group to 4130 ± 138 μg kg-1 for the T3 group. Minor changes were observed for Ba, Ca, Cr, Cu, Fe, Mg, Na, Pb, Sr, and Zn between CTR and animals treated with La2O3NPs at the different levels of concentration. It was possible to observe from LA-ICP-MS analysis that La2O3NPs were accumulated only on the surface of the bone, not deeper than about 5 μm. LA-ICP-MS allowed also to investigate the distribution of La and the other elements in a cross section of the femur bone head, where higher amounts of the elements are present at the external part of the bone. Therefore, it was demonstrated that La2O3NPs are incorporated on the surface of the bone and it has a small influence on some of the other elements evaluated.
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- Valderi Luiz Dressler
- Departamento de Química, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, 97105-900, Brazil.
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- Departamento de Química, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, 97105-900, Brazil
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- Departamento de Química, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, 97105-900, Brazil
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- Departamento de Bioquímica e Biologia Molecular, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, 97105-900, Brazil
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Kisomi AS, Alizadeh T, Shakeri A. μ-Thin-layer chromatography coupled with laser ablation-inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry using tin(II)-imprinted polymer nanoparticles as a stationary phase for speciation of tin. Mikrochim Acta 2020; 187:298. [PMID: 32347371 DOI: 10.1007/s00604-020-04260-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2019] [Accepted: 04/03/2020] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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A unique and novel μ-thin-layer chromatography method based on Sn(II) ion-imprinted polymer (Sn-IIP) for speciation of tin ion species in water and plasma samples is introduced for the first time. For this purpose, N-allylthiourea (NATU) and ethylene glycol dimethacrylate (EGDMA) were copolymerized in the presence of Sn(II). The obtained polymer particles were identified using multiple techniques like BET, FT-IR, XRD, and FESEM. The effects of different variables such as pH of the solution, mobile phase composition, and IIP per CaSO4 mass ratio on the separation efficiency were also evaluated. After completion of the separation process on the plate, its surface was scanned by laser ablation inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS). Under the established optimal condition, the detection limit, relative standard deviation (RSD) of responses, and linear dynamic range (LDR) of the method were obtained as 0.3 μg L-1, 3.5%, and 0.8-900 μg L-1 for Sn(II) and 0.4 μg L-1, 4%, and 1-740 μg L-1 for Sn(IV) assay, respectively. The developed method was finally applied to the speciation of tin in various water and plasma samples. Graphical abstract Schematic representation of μ-thin-layer chromatography method based on tin(II) ion-imprinted polymer (Sn-IIP) for speciation of tin ion species in water and plasma samples and scanned separated casts by laser ablation inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS).
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University College of Science, University of Tehran, P.O. Box 14155-6455, Tehran, Iran.
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- School of Chemistry, College of Science, University of Tehran, P.O. Box 14155-6619, Tehran, Iran
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Ávila DVL, Souza SO, Korn MGA, Pessoa AGG, Araujo RGO. Analysis of children modelling clay (toy) using inductively coupled plasma-based methods. Talanta 2018; 188:273-281. [PMID: 30029376 DOI: 10.1016/j.talanta.2018.05.083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2018] [Revised: 05/23/2018] [Accepted: 05/24/2018] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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This work proposes the application of a Doehlert design to optimize dilute HNO3 and H2O2 concentrations employed for the digestion of samples of modelling clay for children (used as toy). Inductively coupled plasma-based (ICP) methods were employed to determine 22 inorganic constituents (Al, As, Ba, Ca, Cd, Co, Cr, Cu, Fe, K, Mg, Mn, Na, Ni, P, Pb, S, Sb, Se, Sr, V and Zn) in children's modelling clay samples. The limits of quantification (LoQ) obtained were between 0.003 mg kg-1 (Cd, Co and Sb) and 0.54 g kg-1(Ca) employing ICP-based methods. The accuracy and precision of the methods were evaluated by analysing the certified reference materials (CRMs) oyster tissue (NIST 1566b), rice flour (NIST 1568b), peach leaves (NIST 1547) and tomato leaves (NIST 1573a), along with addition and recovery tests. The children's modelling clay samples presented concentrations of As, Ba, Cd, Cr, Pb, Sb and Se in agreement with the maximum values established by National Institute of Metrology, Quality and Technology (Instituto Nacional de Metrologia, Qualidade e Tecnologia - INMETRO). However, for other elements it were obtained concentrations within the following ranges: Al (0.83 ± 0.12-2.91 ± 0.04 g kg-1), Ca (16.09 ± 0.20-24.56 ± 1.00 g kg-1), Cu (< 0.30-30.01 ± 2.11 mg kg-1), Fe (< 5.3 - 13.21 ± 3.94 mg kg-1), K (1.31 ± 0.33-33.47 ± 0.75 g kg-1), Mg (0.90 ± 0.04-1.36 ± 0.05 g kg-1), Mn (3.32 ± 0.10-121.05 ± 1.88 mg kg-1), Na (12.07 ± 0.88-36.77 ± 0.50 g kg-1), Sr (4.23 ± 0.47-22.43 ± 6.95 mg kg-1), P (1.00 ± 0.13-57.43 ± 0.88 g kg-1), V (0.25 ± 0.07-1.15 ± 0.19 mg kg-1), S (3.57 ± 0.77-48.49 ± 1.02 g kg-1), Zn (< 4.4-11.82 ± 0.49 mg kg-1), Co (0.020 ± 0.002-0.060 ± 0.020 mg kg-1) and Ni (< 0.03-1.33 ± 0.46 mg kg-1). These elements have no minimum and maximum limits established by legislation for children's modelling clay so, a comparison was not possible. The ICP-based methods presented an efficient routine application in the analysis of modelling clay.
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- Dayara Virgínia Lino Ávila
- Universidade Federal da Bahia, Instituto de Química, Departamento de Química Analítica, Salvador, Bahia 40170-115, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal da Bahia, Instituto de Química, Departamento de Química Analítica, Salvador, Bahia 40170-115, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal da Bahia, Instituto de Química, Departamento de Química Analítica, Salvador, Bahia 40170-115, Brazil; Instituto Nacional de Ciência e Tecnologia do CNPq - INCT de Energia e Meio Ambiente, Universidade Federal da Bahia, Salvador, BA, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal da Bahia, Instituto de Química, Departamento de Química Analítica, Salvador, Bahia 40170-115, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal da Bahia, Instituto de Química, Departamento de Química Analítica, Salvador, Bahia 40170-115, Brazil; Instituto Nacional de Ciência e Tecnologia do CNPq - INCT de Energia e Meio Ambiente, Universidade Federal da Bahia, Salvador, BA, Brazil.
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Neves VM, Heidrich GM, Hanzel FB, Muller EI, Dressler VL. Rare earth elements profile in a cultivated and non-cultivated soil determined by laser ablation-inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry. CHEMOSPHERE 2018; 198:409-416. [PMID: 29421757 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2018.01.165] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2017] [Revised: 01/21/2018] [Accepted: 01/29/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Rare earth elements (REEs) have several applications but the effects on environment are not well known. Therefore, the aim of this work is to establish a method for direct solid sample analysis by laser ablation-inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS) to evaluate the concentration and distribution of REEs in cultivated and non-cultivated soil. Samples were collected in two areas to 40 cm of depth. The LA-ICP-MS method is easy to be implemented and the sample treatment is very fast comprising only its drying, grounding and pressing as a pellet. The accuracy of the method was evaluated by using a certified reference material (BCR 667 - Estuarine Sediment, Institute for Reference Materials and Measurements (IRMM)) where good agreement with the certified values was obtained. Analyte recovery at two levels of concentration (2.5 and 15.0 μg g-1) was also performed and recoveries in the range of 85%-120% were achieved, values that are acceptable for LA-ICP-MS analysis. In general, the concentration of the REEs is higher in the cultivated soil and increased from the surface to deeper layers, which can be a consequence of fertilizer application.
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- Vinicius M Neves
- Federal University of Santa Maria, Department of Chemistry, 97.105-900, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Federal University of Santa Maria, Department of Chemistry, 97.105-900, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Federal University of Santa Maria, Department of Chemistry, 97.105-900, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Federal University of Santa Maria, Department of Chemistry, 97.105-900, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Federal University of Santa Maria, Department of Chemistry, 97.105-900, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil.
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Galvão ES, Santos JM, Lima AT, Reis NC, Orlando MTD, Stuetz RM. Trends in analytical techniques applied to particulate matter characterization: A critical review of fundaments and applications. CHEMOSPHERE 2018; 199:546-568. [PMID: 29455125 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2018.02.034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2018] [Revised: 01/31/2018] [Accepted: 02/06/2018] [Indexed: 05/11/2023]
Abstract
Epidemiological studies have shown the association of airborne particulate matter (PM) size and chemical composition with health problems affecting the cardiorespiratory and central nervous systems. PM also act as cloud condensation nuclei (CNN) or ice nuclei (IN), taking part in the clouds formation process, and therefore can impact the climate. There are several works using different analytical techniques in PM chemical and physical characterization to supply information to source apportionment models that help environmental agencies to assess damages accountability. Despite the numerous analytical techniques described in the literature available for PM characterization, laboratories are normally limited to the in-house available techniques, which raises the question if a given technique is suitable for the purpose of a specific experimental work. The aim of this work consists of summarizing the main available technologies for PM characterization, serving as a guide for readers to find the most appropriate technique(s) for their investigation. Elemental analysis techniques like atomic spectrometry based and X-ray based techniques, organic and carbonaceous techniques and surface analysis techniques are discussed, illustrating their main features as well as their advantages and drawbacks. We also discuss the trends in analytical techniques used over the last two decades. The choice among all techniques is a function of a number of parameters such as: the relevant particles physical properties, sampling and measuring time, access to available facilities and the costs associated to equipment acquisition, among other considerations. An analytical guide map is presented as a guideline for choosing the most appropriated technique for a given analytical information required.
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Affiliation(s)
- Elson Silva Galvão
- Departamento de Engenharia Ambiental, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo, Vitória, ES, Brazil.
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- Departamento de Engenharia Ambiental, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo, Vitória, ES, Brazil
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- Departamento de Engenharia Ambiental, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo, Vitória, ES, Brazil
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- Departamento de Engenharia Ambiental, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo, Vitória, ES, Brazil
| | | | - Richard Michael Stuetz
- School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, The University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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