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Use of α correction factors (concentration correction)

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Worked Examples in X-Ray Analysis

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A series of samples are being analysed for lead using the Pb Lα line. It is found that zinc which is also present strongly absorbs the Pb Lα wavelength resulting in a very poor calibration curve. The following data were obtained:

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© 1978 N.V. Philips’ Gloeilampenfabrieken

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Jenkins, R., de Vries, J.L. (1978). Use of α correction factors (concentration correction). In: Worked Examples in X-Ray Analysis. Philips Technical Library. Palgrave, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-03534-2_34

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