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\"AdvancedWhat makes geochemical samples special?\u00a0 How do you get a good random sample from a pit or quarry?\u00a0 Are empirical corrections more accurate than fundamental parameters? What sample prep technique is best for low concentrations? I recently answered these questions in a 40-minute webinar on the new advancements in the geological realm of analysis<\/a> \u2013 including mapping and small spot analysis. The webinar was recorded and is now available so you can see how wavelength dispersive x-ray fluorescence (WDXRF) can be used with standard-less analysis and fully calibrated methods along with small spot and mapping in order to create a complete profile of the mineralogy for geochemical and mining samples. Learn how to do elemental mapping, and see examples of calibrated results using fusion for majors\/minor elements and pressed pellets for trace elements, integrated standard-less analysis for complete unknown samples, and small spot\/elemental mapping\u00a0analysis. Watch the Advanced Applications in Geochemistry and Mining Analysis<\/em> Video<\/a> and let me know in the comment field if you have any questions regarding analysis of heterogeneous geochemistry samples using WDXRF.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

What makes geochemical samples special?\u00a0 How do you get a good random sample from a pit or quarry?\u00a0 Are empirical corrections more accurate than fundamental parameters? What sample prep technique is best for low concentrations? 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