Mass Spectrometry

Mass spectroscopy in forensic science

Forensic scientists use mass spectrometry, an analytical method that assesses the mass-to-charge ratio of ions. It is one of the best tools available to toxicologists for identifying and analyzing chemicals. Particularly in the legal/forensics world, where it has been able to give some of the most reliable evidence in cases, mass spectrometry has a long and interesting history. Mass spectrometry has changed significantly over time and will undoubtedly keep developing.