Q.

Generally which solvent can be used  for Paper Chromatography separation technique?

see full answer

Start JEE / NEET / Foundation preparation at rupees 99/day !!

21% of IItians & 23% of AIIMS delhi doctors are from Sri Chaitanya institute !!
An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya

a

Oil and water

b

Water

c

Water and alcohol

d

Alcohol

answer is D.

(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)

Ready to Test Your Skills?

Check your Performance Today with our Free Mock Test used by Toppers!

Take Free Test

Detailed Solution

detailed_solution_thumbnail

For separation of components which are not soluble in water, organic solvent like Alcohol is used which will act as mobile phase. Water can also be used as solvent. 

It is preferable to use a less polar solvent, such as ethanol, so that the non-polar compounds will travel up the paper while the polar compounds will stick to the paper, separating them.

Watch 3-min video & get full concept clarity
score_test_img

Get Expert Academic Guidance – Connect with a Counselor Today!

whats app icon