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What does the abbreviation AAS stand for?

Correct answer B. Atomic absorption spectrophotometer

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AAS refers to the atomic absorption spectrophotometer, which measures the light absorbed by free atoms in a flame or furnace to determine elements such as Zn, Cu, Fe and Mn in soil and plant samples.

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