Paper Chromatography

• What is the main topic of the study material?

  Paper chromatography
• What is the purpose of paper chromatography?

  To separate substances in a mixture
• What are the two phases used in chromatography?

  Mobile phase and stationary phase
• What is the mobile phase in paper chromatography?

  A liquid or gas that moves substances
• What is the stationary phase in paper chromatography?

  The phase that does not move during separation
• What type of substances can move in the mobile phase?

  Molecules can move in the mobile phase
• What is a characteristic of the mobile phase?

  It is always a liquid or gas
• What is a characteristic of the stationary phase?

  It is always a solid or thick liquid
• How do the two phases interact during chromatography?

  Substances move between the mobile and stationary phases
• What are the two types of phases in chromatography?

  • Mobile phase: moves substances
  • Stationary phase: does not move
• What happens to substances during a chromatography experiment?

  They constantly move between phases
• What is formed between the two phases during chromatography?

  An equilibrium is formed
• Which phase do chemicals spend more time in during chromatography?

  Mobile phase
• How does the time spent in each phase affect chromatography results?

  It determines the separation of substances
• What can change during chromatography experiments?

  The number of spots may change
• What does the distribution of chemicals affect in chromatography?

  It affects the number of spots formed
• What is a pure substance in chromatography?

  Only one spot in a solvent
• What is the stationary phase in paper chromatography?

  It is the filter paper used
• What is the mobile phase in paper chromatography?

  It is the solvent that moves
• How do the mobile and stationary phases work together?

  They create a separation of substances
• What are the characteristics of the mobile and stationary phases in chromatography?

  • Mobile phase: moves, can be liquid or gas
  • Stationary phase: does not move, can be solid or thick liquid
• What is the role of the solvent in chromatography?

  It acts as the mobile phase
• How does the time spent in each phase affect the chromatography process?

  It influences the separation of substances
• What happens to the substances in a mixture during chromatography?

  They separate based on their affinity for phases
• What is the significance of the number of spots in chromatography?

  Indicates the number of substances present
• What does a pure substance look like in chromatography?

  It shows only one spot
• How does the chromatography process help in identifying substances?

  By analyzing the number of spots formed
• What is the filter paper used for in chromatography?

  It serves as the stationary phase
• What is the relationship between the mobile phase and the stationary phase?

  They interact to separate substances
• How does the chromatography process demonstrate the properties of substances?

  By showing how they move through phases
• What is the main goal of chromatography?

  To separate and identify substances
• What factors influence the separation of substances in chromatography?

  The affinity of substances for each phase
• How does the chromatography technique apply to real-world scenarios?

  It is used in laboratories for analysis
• What is the significance of the chromatography paper?

  It is essential for the stationary phase
• How does chromatography help in scientific research?

  By allowing separation and analysis of compounds
• What is the impact of chromatography on chemical analysis?

  It enhances the ability to identify substances
• What is the role of the solvent in chromatography?

  It acts as the mobile phase
• What is the importance of understanding chromatography in chemistry?

  It is crucial for substance separation and analysis
• How does chromatography contribute to advancements in science?

  By improving methods for substance identification
• What is the primary use of chromatography in laboratories?

  To separate and analyze chemical mixtures