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Isotope reference materials

January 1, 2010

Measurement of the same isotopically homogeneous sample by any laboratory worldwide should yield the same isotopic composition within analytical uncertainty. International distribution of light element isotopic reference materials by the International Atomic Energy Agency and the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology enable laboratories to achieve this goal.

Publication Year 2010
Title Isotope reference materials
Authors Tyler B. Coplen
Publication Type Book Chapter
Publication Subtype Book Chapter
Index ID 70044268
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
USGS Organization National Research Program - Eastern Branch; Toxic Substances Hydrology Program