Liquid sample introduction devices in flow injection atomic spectroscopy. Invited lecture

Abstract

A general view concerning some of the advantages of using flow injection analysis manifolds as the interface between sample and/or reagents with different atomic spectroscopy techniques is presented. The development and current status of sample introduction devices in flow injection atomic spectroscopy is reviewed. The different time- and volume-based devices are presented with emphasis on their performance for reliability, sample and reagent consumption, degree of flexibility, robustness and automation capabilities.