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Analyze Asbestos Using DRIFT Spectroscopy
15 May 2017Asbestos is a generic term for a group of naturally occurring complex crystalline silicate minerals with fibrous characteristics. Numerous techniques including infrared spectroscopy have been used to analyze and classify different forms of asbestos. This may be carried out using an infrared microscope or the KBr pellet method. Alternatively, diffuse reflectance (DRIFT) measurements can be taken. The latter has the advantage of low cost, speed, and minimal sample preparation which is crucial for hazardous samples such as asbestos fibers.
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Infrared / IR SpectroscopyInfrared (IR) spectroscopy measures the interaction of infrared light with a sample, including transmission, reflectance & absorbance, facilitating the identification of analytes. Equipment used for quantitative analysis includes Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectrometers, infrared cameras, FTIR gas analyzers, as well as attenuated total reflectance (ATR) accessories and pellet or film presses. Find the best IR spectroscopy products in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.FTIR PelletsSpectroscopySpectroscopy is a technique that analyzes the interaction of light with matter to study molecular properties, concentrations, and structural information. Widely used in chemical, pharmaceutical, and environmental analysis, spectroscopy offers insights into molecular composition and helps identify unknown compounds. It plays a key role in quality control, research, and diagnostics. Browse our peer-reviewed product directory to compare spectroscopy tools, read reviews, and get prices directly from manufacturers.Infrared