Tag Archives: sample preparation

In the metal industry, the sample preparation of some samples can be challenging. An inappropriate sample preparation method can lead to inconsistent analytical results and even render the samples impossible to analyze. Take for example copper or zinc concentrate samples…READ MORE >

How can I use DLS for sample xyz? What sample concentration / refractive index is needed for reliable DLS size measurements? Has it been done before? In Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS) intensity fluctuations in the sample are analyzed to obtain…READ MORE >

Randy Byrne, Malvern Instruments’ VP for Commercial Development, has formulated this excellent (not a trick-) question: “Which has the higher viscosity at room temperature – mayonnaise or honey? (Randy claims no originality for this question!)  We’ll return to this later……  Now, one factor…READ MORE >