Abstract
The development of Analytical Chemistry in Brazil in the last century is critically evaluated in relation to international achievements. Tendencies for the next century are foreseen, especially in relation to the presently observed shifts in paradigm.
Highlights
For a proper discussion of the development of Analytical Chemistry in the last century, the dichotomy between Analytical Chemistry and Chemical Analysis, the mission of Analytical Chemistry, and its role in relation to the other branches of Chemistry, are relevant aspects to be taken into account
The Analytical Chemistry/Chemical Analysis dichotomy is a consequence of the increase in the demand for chemical assays that often leads to the development of novel concepts, instruments, methods and procedures
Analytical Chemistry had already provided a relevant contribution in earlier periods, especially after the availability of the analytical balance and the systematic studies that led to the discovery of the elements
Summary
For a proper discussion of the development of Analytical Chemistry in the last century, the dichotomy between Analytical Chemistry and Chemical Analysis, the mission of Analytical Chemistry, and its role in relation to the other branches of Chemistry, are relevant aspects to be taken into account. The Analytical Chemistry/Chemical Analysis dichotomy is a consequence of the increase in the demand for chemical assays that often leads to the development of novel concepts, instruments, methods and procedures. This is a driving force towards the improvement of the capabilities of analytical laboratories that, in turn, leads to a further increase in the demand for chemical assays, often generating novel approaches, and so on. Are nowadays considered as analytical chemists, even if experienced in other fields This paradigm could probably not be imagined at the beginning of last century. Different periods within the last century are considered
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