ASSESSING THE ENVIRONMENT WITH X-RAY FLUORESCENCE
Journal article, 2011
In this paper we will introduce the general benefits of X-Ray Fluorescence spectrometry (XRF)
for assessing the condition of the outer environment, especially where ambient aerosol particles
are causing environmental disturbances. Examples from recent environmental studies are
presented, and energy dispersive XRF is concluded to be a powerful, nondestructive yet easily
applicable tool to supply detailed elemental information of particles collected in different
applications. The further development and future potential of the method for detailed analysis of
aerosol particles are discussed.
Author
Johan Boman
University of Gothenburg
Jan B. C. Pettersson
University of Gothenburg
Michael J Gatari
Annemarie Wagner
Peter Molnár
University of Gothenburg
Advances in X-ray Analysis
0376-0308 (ISSN)
Vol. 54 266-279Subject Categories
Inorganic Chemistry
Subatomic Physics
Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences
Environmental Health and Occupational Health