Figure 2
Two-dimensional microPIXE scans giving elemental maps of the crystal. The figure shows the colour-coded intensity of the emitted X-rays for a particular energy (wavelength) corresponding to a unique element, over a grid which encompasses the crystal. The colours range from blue to red, representing low- and high-intensity emission, respectively. Elemental plots (150 × 150 µm scan) are shown for the crystal containing the complex: (a) sulfur, (b) phosphorus. Elemental plots (250 × 250 µm scan) are shown for the crystal containing the free KH3 domain: (c) sulfur, (d) phosphorus. In the sulfur maps, the outline of the crystal is clearly visible in both crystal types. In the case of the phosphorus maps, a significant level of phosphorus can only be detected in the crystal of the complex. |