Kossel method

The Kossel method is a way to analyze the composition of a metal or alloy by examining the light emitted when the material is heated or energized. When the sample is excited, it emits specific wavelengths of light—spectral lines—that correspond to its elements. By analyzing these lines with a spectroscope, technicians can identify and quantify the elements present. This technique is precise and efficient for determining the elemental makeup of metals, making it valuable in quality control and material research. It relies on the principle that each element has unique spectral lines, acting like a fingerprint.