1) Clinical Analysis
Electrolyte Monitoring: Measurement of sodium and potassium levels in blood serum or urine for diagnosing and monitoring diseases like hypertension and kidney disorders.
Lithium Therapy: Monitoring lithium levels in psychiatric treatments to avoid toxicity.
2) Agricultural Sciences
Soil Analysis: Determining nutrient content (K, Na, Ca) in soils to guide fertilization practices.
Plant Materials: Analyzing nutrient uptake in plants for growth studies.
3) Environmental Monitoring
Water Analysis: Measuring metal ion concentrations in drinking water and wastewater.
Pollution Studies: Tracking contamination levels in environmental samples.
4) Industrial Applications
Glass and Ceramics: Determining sodium and potassium content for quality control.
Cement Industry: Monitoring alkali metals affecting the properties of cement.
5) Food and Beverage Industry
Nutritional Analysis: Assessing mineral content in food products.
Quality Control: Ensuring consistency in product formulation.