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Paper 3 structured question: Chromatography

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The separation of ink components using paper chromatography.

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Ink Chromatography

A student performed paper chromatography on a black ink mixture. They spotted the ink on chromatography paper and placed it in water as the solvent. After some time, they observed several distinct colored spots on the paper.

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    Explain the process of paper chromatography as demonstrated in the experiment.

    Aim for approximately 3 distinct marking points.

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Colored Mixture Analysis

A mixture of colored dyes is analyzed using paper chromatography. The results show three distinct spots on the chromatography paper after the experiment.

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    Describe the expected outcome of the chromatography experiment.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

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