X-Ray
Fluorescence Spectrometer (XRF)
The x-ray fluorescence spectrometer is used for analysis
of solid samples, including soils, sediment, rocks and dried plant
material. It is highly automated and thus easy to use. Students in
Introductory Geology used this instrument for projects such as looking at
lead concentrations in soils in parks and school playgrounds. The XRF
spectrometer was acquired in 1999 with a grant from the National Science
Foundation to Dr. Tim Lincoln.
Example of a student
research project:
Michelle Sautter (’00) Heavy metals in sumac. This work
is in progress. Michelle is investigating the extent of accumulation of
heavy metals in sumac, which is a late winter source of food for several
species of bird in this area.
For more information, contact Dr. Tim Lincoln, Institute for
the Study of the Environment, Albion College, Albion MI 49224.
Phone (517) 629-0486 – e-mail tlincoln@albion.edu
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