ASTM D5673

Standard Test Method for Elements in Water by Inductively Coupled Plasma—Mass Spectrometry

Applicability: ASTM D5673 is a test method that outlines procedures for determining the concentration of various elements in water samples using Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS). It is applicable to a wide range of water types, including ground water, surface water, drinking water, and wastewater.

Purpose: The main purpose of ASTM D5673 is to provide a standardized method for quantifying a wide range of elements in water samples. The method is particularly useful for analyzing mine dewatering groundwater, wastewater effluent, and metallurgical processing cyanide solutions.