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Mass Spectrometry

/mæs spɛkˈtrɒmɪtri/noun
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Mass spectrometry is an analytical technique that ionizes chemical species and sorts them based on their mass-to-charge ratio to identify and quantify molecules in a sample. It's a cornerstone of modern science, enabling breakthroughs in fields like biochemistry and environmental monitoring by providing detailed insights into molecular structures and compositions with incredible precision.

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