Quantification of Terpenes
Conference Year
2024
Abstract
Terpenes are a class of volatile organic compounds that are emitted by plants and grasses. Many of these terpenes play a major role in the formation of secondary organic aerosol, which have major atmospheric and climate impacts. Being able to quantify terpenes can assist in monitoring them during SOA formation. In this study, terpenes were measured, identified, and quantified by a new method using Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry in concert with solid phase microextraction sampling. Analytical figures of merit, such as limit of detection and linear dynamic range, are provided for select terpenes of importance to SOA formation in our atmosphere.
Primary Faculty Mentor Name
Giuseppe Petrucci
Status
Undergraduate
Student College
College of Arts and Sciences
Program/Major
Chemistry
Primary Research Category
Physical Science
Quantification of Terpenes
Terpenes are a class of volatile organic compounds that are emitted by plants and grasses. Many of these terpenes play a major role in the formation of secondary organic aerosol, which have major atmospheric and climate impacts. Being able to quantify terpenes can assist in monitoring them during SOA formation. In this study, terpenes were measured, identified, and quantified by a new method using Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry in concert with solid phase microextraction sampling. Analytical figures of merit, such as limit of detection and linear dynamic range, are provided for select terpenes of importance to SOA formation in our atmosphere.