How Can Mass Spectrometry Data Be Interpreted in Catalysis?
Interpreting MS data in catalysis involves several steps:
Peak Identification: Determining the molecular masses of detected ions and correlating them with possible reaction species. Fragmentation Patterns: Analyzing the fragmentation patterns in MS/MS to deduce structural information about the ions. Quantification: Using calibration curves and internal standards to quantify the concentrations of reaction species. Mechanistic Insights: Combining MS data with other analytical techniques and theoretical models to understand the reaction mechanism.
