- Chromatography: This is a technique used to separate and analyze the different components of a mixture.
- Spectroscopy: This is a technique used to identify and analyze the properties of chemical substances by measuring their interaction with electromagnetic radiation.
- Mass spectrometry: This is a technique used to determine the mass of individual molecules or particles in a sample.
- Electrochemistry: This is a technique used to study the chemical reactions that occur at the interface between an electrode and a solution.
- Microscopy: This is a technique used to examine the microscopic structure and properties of materials.
Analytical chemists work in a variety of industries and settings, including pharmaceuticals, environmental testing, food and beverage production, and forensic science. They are responsible for ensuring that products are safe, effective, and meet regulatory requirements. They also play a critical role in the development of new products and technologies by providing analytical support to research and development teams.
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About the Author – Randy Cooper, MBA PCM
Randy Cooper has been in marketing technology more than 35 years. He has a Bachelors of Science in Information Technology, with a focus on web development, from the University of Phoenix. He has a Masters in Business Administration, with a focus on digital marketing, from Liberty University. He holds a Professional Certified Marketer certificate from the American Marketing Association. In 2009, Randy founded Buzz My Biz, a digital marketing agency focused on giving enterprise-level marketing results to small and medium-sized businesses. In 2023 he launched RandyCooper.shop, a print-on-demand store featuring all-over-print products, and BoomerLife.social, a virtual community for boomers. When he isn’t pounding away on a keyboard, he enjoys watching the AtlantaBraves, hiking, and working in the yard.