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Röntgenpektroskopia, also known as X-ray spectroscopy, is a technique used to determine the elemental composition and chemical state of a sample by analyzing its interaction with X-rays. When X-rays strike a material, they can be absorbed or scattered, leading to the emission of secondary X-rays or electrons. The energies of these emitted particles are characteristic of the atoms present and their bonding environments.

There are several types of X-ray spectroscopy, including X-ray fluorescence (XRF) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). XRF is a non-destructive technique commonly used for elemental analysis, where the sample is excited by primary X-rays, causing it to emit characteristic fluorescent X-rays. The wavelengths or energies of these fluorescent X-rays are unique to each element, allowing for their identification and quantification. XPS, on the other hand, is a surface-sensitive technique that measures the kinetic energy of electrons ejected from the sample by X-ray irradiation. This provides information about the elemental composition and the chemical bonding states of atoms on the surface.

X-ray spectroscopy finds widespread applications in various fields, such as materials science, chemistry, geology, environmental monitoring, and art conservation. It is used for identifying unknown substances, verifying the composition of alloys, analyzing archaeological artifacts, and studying the chemical changes in materials under different conditions. The sensitivity and versatility of X-ray spectroscopy make it a powerful tool for research and quality control.