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Chemistry

Principles of Thermogravimetric Analysis for Studying Decomposition Pathways

Quick fact

TGA can detect a mass loss of just 1 microgram, allowing you to follow the loss of water, decomposition of a polymer, or oxidation of a metal in real time as a function of temperature.

Why this is interesting

Have you ever wondered why a plastic bottle becomes brittle and discolored when heated, or how scientists know the exact temperature at which a material gives up its water?