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Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry practice

What is the main purpose of paper chromatography?

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What is the main purpose of paper chromatography?.

  1. A.To measure the pH of a solution
  2. B.To separate mixtures of soluble colored substances
  3. C.To determine the boiling point of substances
  4. D.To identify the density of liquids

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Chromatography Experiment

A small dot of ink was placed on chromatography paper and the paper was dipped in a solvent. After some time, different colored spots appeared on the paper.

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    State the purpose of using a solvent in this experiment.

    Aim for approximately 1 distinct marking point.

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