Matrix effect investigation and accurate microanalysis of Sn isotope in cassiterite and bronze by fsLA-MC-ICP-MS

Deyi Peng; Zhian Bao; Peng Liu; Wenqiang Yang; Kaiyun Chen; Honglin Yuan

doi:10.1039/d6ja00080k

January 1, 2026Journal of Analytical Atomic Spectrometry

Matrix effect investigation and accurate microanalysis of Sn isotope in cassiterite and bronze by fsLA-MC-ICP-MS

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Key Points

This research aims to examine the impact of matrix effects on the accuracy of Sn isotope analysis using a laser ablation technique.
Utilized a femtosecond laser ablation system coupled to a multi-collector ICP-MS.
Conducted in situ analysis of Sn isotopes in cassiterite and bronze materials.
Analyzed variability in results due to matrix effects.
Finds significant matrix effects that can compromise Sn isotope accuracy.
Demonstrates the limitations of previous assumptions regarding matrix-free conditions in analyses.
Reveals improved understanding of complex interactions in microanalysis.

Implication

Study investigates matrix effects on Sn isotope analysis in cassiterite and bronze, suggesting implications for precision.

Abstract

This study investigated matrix effects during in situ Sn isotope analysis using a femtosecond (fs) laser ablation system coupled to a multi-collector ICP-MS. Contrary to the common perception of “matrix-free”...

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Peng et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Matrix effect investigation and accurate microanalysis of Sn isotope in cassiterite and bronze by fsLA-MC-ICP-MS

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