The maximum absorbance for beta-carotene is around 450-480 nm. This range corresponds to the absorption of light in the visible spectrum by beta-carotene molecules.
The maximum absorbance of methyl orange typically occurs at around 464 nm, not 242 nm. At 242 nm, the absorbance may be lower or not significant, as this wavelength is outside the main absorption range for methyl orange. For accurate absorbance values, it is important to refer to specific absorption spectra or experimental data for methyl orange.
After reaching maximum absorbance at a certain wavelength, further increase in wavelength leads to decreased absorbance because the molecules are not absorbing light at those wavelengths as efficiently. This decrease may be attributed to a shift in the electronic energy levels of the molecules, causing them to absorb less light as the wavelength increases beyond the maximum.
The wavelength with the maximum absorbance corresponds to the peak absorption of the compound being analyzed, providing the most accurate and precise measurement. By measuring absorbance at the maximum wavelength, we can ensure the highest sensitivity and specificity in detecting and quantifying the compound of interest.
The wavelength of light is set at maximum absorbance when making a Beer's Law plot because it allows for the most accurate and precise measurement of the absorbance of a sample. This wavelength corresponds to the peak absorbance of the sample, providing the most reliable data for constructing the plot and determining the concentration of the analyte.
If you have a spectrofotometer ( the thing to mesure the absorbance) then play with the setting and use a maximum. this will lay close to your specific absorbance or take the pharmacopea or a MERCK index
If the experimental absorbance is greater than 1, you can dilute the sample or use a shorter path length cuvette to decrease the absorbance value within the instrument's linear range. Alternatively, you can try adjusting the wavelength of the spectrophotometer to a different range where the absorbance falls within the linear range. Always ensure that the instrument is set to the appropriate range and that the measurements are made within the linear range to obtain accurate results.
The absorbance spectrum of a compound shows how much light it absorbs at different wavelengths. The lambda max, or maximum absorbance, is the point on the spectrum where the compound absorbs the most light.
Yes, absorbance is considered a continuous variable because it can take on any value within a range, rather than being limited to specific discrete values.
Maximum effective range at a point target: 550 metres Maximum effective range at an area target: 800 metres Maximum range: 3600 metres
Short answer:Using the maximum wavelength gives us the best results. This is because at the peak absorbance, the absobance strength of light will be at the highest and rate of change in absorbance with wavelength will be the smallest. Measurements made at the peak absorbance will have the smallest error.Long answer: It really depends on what is the largest source of error. Taking the readings at the peak maximum is best at low absorbance, because it gives the best signal-to-noise ratio, which improves the precision of measurement. If the dominant source of noise is photon noise, the precision of absorbance measurement is theoretically best when the absorbance is near 1.0. So if the peak absorbance is below 1.0, then using the peak wavelength is best, but if the peak absorbance is well above 1.0, you might be better off using another wavelength where the absorbance is closer to 1. Another issue is calibration curve non-linearity, which can result in curve-fitting errors. The non-linearity caused by polychromatic light is minimized if you take readings at either a peak maximum or a minimum, because the absorbance change with wavelength is the smallest at those wavelengths. On the other hand, using the maximum increases the calibration curve non-linearity caused by stray light. Very high absorbances cause two problems: the precision of measurement is poor because the transmitted intensity is so low, and the calibration curve linearity is poor due to stray light. The effect of stray light can be reduced by taking the readings at awavelength where the absorbance is lower or by using a non-linear calibration curve fitting technique. Finally, if spectral interferences are a problem, the best measurement wavelength may be the one that minimizes the relative contribution of spectral interferences (which may or may not be the peak maximum). In any case, don't forget: whatever wavelength you use, you have to use the exact same wavelength for all the standards and samples. See http://terpconnect.umd.edu/~toh/models/BeersLaw.htmlTom O'HaverProfessor Emeritus
The lambda max for quetiapine fumarate, which is the wavelength of maximum absorbance in a UV-Vis spectrum, can be determined experimentally using a spectrophotometer. By scanning the compound over a range of wavelengths and noting where the absorbance is highest, the lambda max can be identified. This typically occurs around 250-300 nm for quetiapine fumarate.