Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy ‎(‎AAS‎)‎ is a well‎-established elemental analysis technology‎.‎ It remains one of the most popular and cost‎-effective analysis tools used by chemists‎,‎ physicists‎,‎ and materials scientists worldwide‎.‎ This second edition offers a concise introduction to AAS concepts‎,‎ essential methodologies‎,‎ and important applications‎.‎ It has been comprehensively updated for the latest advances in AAS techniques and instruments‎.‎ Highlights include‎:‎ Overviews of all basic atomic absorption concepts‎,‎ including atomic line spectra theory‎,‎ common sampling techniques‎,‎ radiation sources‎,‎ spectrometers‎,‎ and detectors‎;‎ Coverage of hydride generation‎,‎ cold vapor generation and electrothermal generation‎,‎ as well as flow injection analysis ‎(‎FIA‎)‎ to enhance AAS analytical performance‎;‎ New sections on troubleshooting and quality control guidelines‎,‎ chemometrics‎,‎ and emerging fields of applications‎,‎ including analysis of nanoparticles‎;‎ and Selected examples of standards for chemical analysis‎.‎"