Table 1. ICP-OES and ICP-MS conditions for mineral measurement

Description ICP-OES (Perkin-Elmer Optima 7000DV) ICP-MS (Perkin-Elmer NexION300D)
Na, K, Ca, P, Mg Fe, Zn, Cu, Mn Se
Gas Argon
Wavelength (nm) 213−767
Nebulizer gas flow (L/min) 0.6 0.98
Plasma gas flow (L/min) 15 18
Auxiliary gas flow (L/min) 0.2 1.2
RF power (watts) 1,500 1,600
Viewing distance 15.0
Plasma view type Radial Axial
Spray chamber type Cyclonic chamber
Nebulizer Peek Mira mist Nebulizer