Atomic absorption spectroscopy results are highly reproducible but have low sensitivity and efficiency. This is due to which of the following? A. B. The high temperatures of analysis often destroy the atoms B. C. The amount of dilution due to mixing with large volumes of combustion gases C. A. The small amount of analyte that actually reaches the flame D. A and C E. A and B

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Atomic absorption spectroscopy results are highly reproducible but have low sensitivity and efficiency. This is due to which of the following?

A. B. The high temperatures of analysis often destroy the atoms
B. C. The amount of dilution due to mixing with large volumes of combustion gases
C. A. The small amount of analyte that actually reaches the flame
D. A and C
E. A and B
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