Question

Solid samples are introduced into the ICP spectrometer using which of the following?

(a) Nebulizer

(b) Curvette having glass windows

(c) Probe

(d) Laser ablation system

I had been asked this question in an interview for internship.

I'd like to ask this question from Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer in chapter Mass Spectrometer of Analytical Instrumentation

Answer 1

The correct answer is (d) Laser ablation system

To explain: ICP spectrometer can be used for solid samples. They are introduced using a laser ablation system.