Atomic Absorption vs. Atomic Emission: Understanding the Key Differences
Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS) and Atomic Emission Spectroscopy (AES) are analytical techniques used to determine the concentration of elements in samples. People often confuse these techniques because both analyze atoms’ behavior under energy influence. However, AAS measures how atoms absorb light, while AES observes light emitted by excited atoms. The mix-up arises from their complementary…