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Concept 7: Quantification via IDMS
Simple Definition:
It is a method that measures how much compound X is present in a liquid, solid or gas. This method uses non-radioactive elements called stable isotopes to make a comparison of compound X with the standard that contains the stable isotope. Since the amount of stable isotope standard is known we can calculate how much compound X is present.
  Jelly Bean Analogy
How many Cherry Jelly Beans are in the jar? How much phenylalanine is present in Blood
1. Add a marker or standard
   
Obtain a sample.
   
3. Analysis.
   
3. Calculations
   
 

 

 
 
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