How Does Mass Spectrometry Work in Nanotechnology?
In mass spectrometry, nanoparticles are ionized, and the resulting ions are separated based on their mass-to-charge ratio. The ions are detected, and a mass spectrum is generated, providing information about the composition and structure of the nanoparticles. Mass spectrometry techniques such as Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionization (MALDI) and Electrospray Ionization (ESI) are commonly used in nanotechnology.
