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Chemistry

Spectrophotometry

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Spectrophotometry can detect substances at concentrations as low as one part per million, making it essential for quality control in pharmaceuticals and environmental monitoring.

Why this is interesting

How can scientists determine the exact amount of a drug in a blood sample or measure pollutants in water—without ever touching the substance? The answer lies in a simple yet powerful trick using light.