Differentiation of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons using electron capture negative chemical ionization

Michelle V. Buchanan, Geraldine Olerich

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Abstract

A number of isomeric polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons may be distinguished using electron capture negative chemical ionization when methane is used as a buffer gas, including benzo[a]pyrene and benzo[e]pyrene. The ionization behavior of these compounds may be predicted, on the basis of their electron afinities, allowing compounds to be distinguished without the use of standards.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)486-489
Number of pages4
JournalJournal of Mass Spectrometry
Volume19
Issue number10
DOIs
StatePublished - Oct 1984

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