Precipitation and Filtration in Organic Chemistry

Formation of a solid from a solution during a chemical reaction or a physical change, resulting in an insoluble compound.

To detect the presence of specific substances or reactants in a solution.

Precipitation-based assays are used to detect the presence of specific substances, such as antibodies or antigens, in biological samples.

<p>Precipitation reactions play a crucial role in identifying compatible blood types and ensuring safe blood transfusions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Purification of substances, water treatment, chemical analysis, and synthesis of new compounds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To cause precipitation reactions with certain blood antigens, such as ABO and Rh antigens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It selectively precipitates proteins based on their solubility characteristics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To separate solid particles from a liquid or gas by passing the mixture through a porous medium.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent violent reactions and promote the formation of a precipitate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To trap the solid particles, allowing the liquid to pass through.</p> Signup and view all the answers