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In the opal written-response scenario for Chromatography, explain how qualitative analysis supports this objective: Explain that separation depends on the distribution of substances between the mobile phase and the stationary phase..

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Purity, formulations and chromatography

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In the opal written-response scenario for Chromatography, explain how qualitative analysis supports this objective: Explain that separation depends on the distribution of substances between the mobile phase and the stationary phase..

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A high-scoring answer should explain explain that separation depends on the distribution of substances between the mobile phase and the stationary phase. Use evidence before identification: name the relevant test or measurement, state the observation, and then connect the result to Chromatography.

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The important distinction is that chromatography must be identified from spot and solvent-front distances; answers that swap in a different test or result do not match Chromatography. A complete answer should use the approved objective wording, include the relevant evidence, and avoid unsupported identification claims.

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Understanding Separation in Chromatography

Students often confuse the roles of the mobile phase and stationary phase in chromatography, thinking that both phases contribute equally to separation.

Clarify that the separation of substances depends on how they distribute between the mobile phase (which moves) and the stationary phase (which stays still).

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