Analytical & Instrumental Chemistry

Introduction

Analytical chemistry and instrumental chemistry are the two related branches of chemistry that involve identifying, separating and quantifying chemicals and applications that are used by scientists and engineers to utilize chemicals in an effective way in order to solve problems. Scientists and engineers use various equipment and devices to complete these tasks. Instrumental Chemistry is the sub-branch of analytical chemistry that involves the use of chemical instruments for identifying, separating and quantifying chemicals in substances.

Topics in Analytical and Instrumental Chemistry

A. Chemistry Fundamentals

I. Measurements

II. Protocols and Procedures

B. Classical Methods

I. Qualitative Analysis

a. Chemical Tests

b. Flame Tests

II. Quantitative Analysis

a. Volumetric Analysis

b. Gravimetric Analysis

C. Instrumental Methods

I. Spectroscopy

II. Mass spectrometry

III. Electrochemical analysis

IV. Thermal analysis

V. Separation

VI. Hybrid techniques

VII. Microscopy

VIII. Lab-on-a-chip

D. Maintaining Accuracy and Precision

I. Errors

II. Standards

III. Signals and Noise