Comparison of elemental analysis for different kind of papers by using energy dispersive X-ray spectrometer

Abstract

In this study, comparative analyses of different 27 brand papers widely used in Turkey as ashes of paper in the form of pellets. The white paper and photocopied paper have been analyzed by using the energy dispersive X-ray spectrometer system. The analyses indicated the elemental concentration values for specimens in parts per million. Besides, Pearson correlation relations were calculated with statistical package for the social sciences. When the obtained values in this study are examined carefully, it is evident that the changing content of paper is considerable. The aim of this study is to compare the original paper with photocopied paper and ashes of paper in terms of elemental concentration. It is believed that the obtained results in this study will contribute to the data base on the paper elemental characterization. © 2017, Chemical Publishing Co. All rights reserved.