GB/T 42488-2023 in English
VALIDSoil quality—Determination of nitrogen-15 abundance of inorganic nitrogen in soil—Stable isotope ratio mass spectrometry
- Issued on:2023-03-17
- Implemented on:2023-10-01
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《GB/T 42488-2023土壤质量 土壤中无机态氮15N丰度的测定 稳定同位素比值质谱法》由TC404(全国土壤质量标准化技术委员会)归口,主管部门为农业农村部。
Introduction
1. Background and significance of the standard
GB/T 42488-2023 "Soil quality - Determination of inorganic nitrogen $^{15}\mathbf{N}$ abundance in soil - Stable isotope ratio mass spectrometry" is an important standard for the determination of inorganic nitrogen abundance in soil. This standard is based on stable isotope ratio mass spectrometry (IRMS) and combined with trace gas preconcentration technology (TGC), providing an efficient and accurate determination method.
2. Comparison of standard frameworks
| Standard dimensions | Scope of application | Determination method | Precision requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ammonium nitrogen (NH₄⁺) | Applicable to soil mixed evenly after tracer test, with a quantitative limit of 6 mg/kg. | Converted to nitrous oxide (N₂O) through redox reaction, and the abundance is determined using TGC-IRMS. | Repeatability limit r = 0.020%, reproducibility limit R = 0.117%. |
| Nitrate Nitrogen (NO₃⁻) | The limit of quantification is 3 mg/kg. | Reduced to nitrous oxide at pH 4.7, the abundance was determined by TGC-IRMS. | The repeatability limit is r = 0.037%, the reproducibility limit is R = 0.096%. |
| Nitrite Nitrogen (NO₂⁻) | The limit of quantification is 0.15 mg/kg. | Reacts with hydroxylamine to form nitrous oxide, the abundance was determined by TGC-IRMS. | The repeatability limit is r = 0.081%, the reproducibility limit is R = 0.160%. |
3. Technical Principles and Innovations
This standard adopts TGC-IRMS coupling technology to convert inorganic nitrogen into nitrous oxide (N₂O) and use mass spectrometry to determine the abundance of $^{15}\mathbf{N}$. This method has the following characteristics:
- High sensitivity: TGC can achieve efficient concentration of trace gases.
- High precision: The internal precision of IRMS analysis is better than 0.06‰.
- Automation: Combined with automatic sample preparation device, it improves efficiency and accuracy.
4. Implementation Suggestions
To ensure the effective implementation of the standard, the following suggestions are put forward:
- Equipment Calibration: Regularly calibrate the TGC-IRMS equipment to ensure its stability and accuracy.
- Blank test: Each batch of samples needs to be tested with 2 blank test samples to ensure the reliability of the results.
- Quality control: Use standard substances with known abundance for multi-point calibration to meet the requirement of R² ≥ 0.999.
- Staff training: Provide comprehensive training for operators to ensure that they are familiar with standard procedures and instrument operation.

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