5 Questions
What is chromatography primarily used for?
Separation, identification, and purification of components of a mixture
Who is credited with inventing and naming liquid chromatography?
Mikhail Tswett
What does the term 'chromatography' mean?
Color Writing
What did Mikhail Tswett use to separate plant pigments in his first chromatography experiment?
Finely divided chalk (calcium carbonate CaCO3)
What does chromatography aim to do?
Separate mixtures into their components for analysis, identification, purification, and/or quantification
Test your knowledge about the science of separation with this quiz covering the basics of chromatography. Explore the application of this physical technique in various fields of study such as chemistry, biology, and medicine.
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