Asked by Yasmeen Iraqi on Sep 29, 2024

What, besides explosives, is a mass spectrometer often used to detect in a forensics laboratory?

A) Illegal drugs
B) Accelerants
C) Gasoline and other arson-related fuels
D) All of the above

Mass Spectrometer

An instrument that measures the mass-to-charge ratio of ions to identify and quantify substances through their mass spectra.

Forensics Laboratory

A scientific facility specifically designed for conducting forensic analyses related to criminal and civil investigations, including DNA testing, toxicology, and evidence examination.

  • Elucidate on the roles and operational features of mass spectrometry in diverse domains, including forensics and the analysis of chemicals.