The SEM is a powerful tool to analyse the composition of minerals and whole samples, and generate high-resolution images.
- Analyses of thin sections, rock slabs and powder specimen
- Analyses of mineral composition via SEM-EDS spot analyses
- 2D elemental mapping, including deporting of elements
- Automated mineralogy (mineral classification, quantification and liberation analysis)
- Textural interpretation
- Back-scatter electron (BSE) and secondary electron (SE) imaging
