Hoyer and Kryger83 used the generalized
standard-addition method (GSAM) to resolve
overlapping signals and correct those affected
by the formation of intermetallic intermediates
because the normal SAD provided inaccurate
results if the analytical stripping
signal was overlapped by one or more signals
resulting from the stripping of nonanalyte
components. In addition, if an amalgamated
metal takes part in the formation of an intermetallic
compound with plated nonanalyte
components, care should be exercised to
eliminate this effect prior to application of
the normal SAD