Methods of Purification of Organic Compounds

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Methods of Purification of Organic Compounds: Overview

This Topic covers sub-topics such as Chromatography, Thin Layer Chromatography, Sublimation, Distillation, Column Chromatography, Fractional Distillation, Steam Distillation, Principle of Chromatography and, Principle of Thin Layer Chromatography

Important Questions on Methods of Purification of Organic Compounds

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In the laboratory setup for steam distillation, an extra round bottom flask is needed in comparison to the simple distillation apparatus.

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During the process of distillation at reduced pressure, the concentrate/distillate is collected in the receiver flask.

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Which of the following apparatus is not used during distillations at reduced pressure?

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Describe the setup for distillation at reduced pressure.

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During distillation process, the apparatus used to heat the source liquid is called

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During the process of distillation, the concentrate/distillate is collected in the distillation flask.

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Draw a neat labelled diagram of partition chromatography.

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The distance travelled by a given solvent front divided by the distance travelled by the component is known as the retardation factor.

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Write a very short note on application of differential extraction.

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Write the application of fractional distillation.

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Sublimation is a _____ method in which solid substances change from solid to vapour state without passing through the liquid state.

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What are the advantages of fractional distillation over simple distillation?

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What are the general applications of fractional distillation?

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In column chromatography, identify the mobile and stationary phase from the following.