Detection techniques in ion analysis: what are our choices?

Trends in detection techniques for ion analysis by ion-exchange chromatography and capillary zone electrophoresis are reviewed. Special attention is paid to conductivity, W-Vis absorbance, amperometric and potentiometric detection, mass spectrometry (including inductively coupled plasma MS and atmospheric pressure ionization MS) and post-separation reaction detection, Applications reported within the last few years are summarized. (C) 2000 Elsevier Science B.V, All rights reserved.