Document Type
Article
Publication Date
Spring 4-14-2021
Abstract
In this study, XRF analysis was used to examine and identify specific glassware samples, exported from remote locations, in hopes to determine any correlation between the glass samples being tested. During experimentation, there were 41 glass samples and 3 glass standards that were examined and quantitatively analyzed to determine the elemental compositions of all samples. To ensure optimal sensitivity of these different materials, four methods were utilized to confirm accurate data is collected and to improve all quantitative data results. These four methods contain distinct experimental factors and were purposely selected due to their specific current, voltage, filter, time, and vacuum. The purpose of changing any of these experimental factors, specifically the voltage and filter, is tomaximize sensitivity to the elements of interest.
Recommended Citation
Scarpa, Angela, "A non-destructive analytical technique used for analyzing a variety of glassware samples in hopes to determine their elemental composition based off their qualitative and quantitative data results." (2021). Spring Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry. 152.
https://digitalcommons.longwood.edu/rci_spring/152
Comments
CHEM 403