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  1. Mass Spectrometry

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    Mass Analyzer
    The mass analyzer separates the ions according to their $\frac{m}{q}$ ratio. The accuracy and resolution of the instrument depend directly on the performance of this component.
    Time-of-Flight (TOF) Analyzer

  2. Mass Spectrometry

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    where $z$ is the charge, $m$ is the mass, and $v$ is the velocity. The velocity is thus:
    $$v = \sqrt{\frac{2zV}{m}}$$
    Since the flight time, $t$, is $L/v$ (where $L$ is the flight path length), the time is proportional to $\sqrt{\frac{m}{z}}$. This relationship allows for rapid spectral acquisition, though historically, resolution was limited by initial kinetic energy variations.
    Quadrupole Analyzer