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Laser Direct IR Imaging Projects Microplastics Analysis

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Along with a point detector and rapidly scanning optics, the imaging method — powered by a quantum cascade laser — can obtain the IR spectrum of a microparticle and identify it.

DARREN ROBEY, AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Contamination of soil, air, and drinking water by microplastics is a growing focus of attention around the world. Environmental agencies are increasing the monitoring of waterways, and governmental bodies are seeking to protect these resources. Simultaneously, research institutions are trying to determine the extent and potential toxicological impacts of microplastic contamination. Optical technologies are playing a vital role in these studies. Microplastic pollution has become a worldwide dilemma. Courtesy of Agilent. Despite the enormous interest, the use of various analytical...Read full article

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    Published: August 2020
    FeaturesLDIRlaser direct infrared imagingmicroplasticsquantum cascade lasersGC/MSspectroscopyFTIRMIRAgilentLasers

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