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Determination of microgram amounts of tellurium in steels by atomic absorption spectrometry

Journal Article · · Anal. Chem.; (United States)
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1021/ac50035a042· OSTI ID:6515448
A solvent extraction procedure has been developed for the determination of tellurium in all types of steel. After dissolution, the sample is extracted with trioctylphosphine oxide-methyl isobutyl ketone. The extract is then nebulized directly into the atomic absorption burner flame. This method requires 25 minutes and can determine as low as 2 parts per million level tellurium.
Research Organization:
Armco Inc., Middletown, OH
OSTI ID:
6515448
Journal Information:
Anal. Chem.; (United States), Journal Name: Anal. Chem.; (United States) Vol. 50:13; ISSN ANCHA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English