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Which compound is commonly used as a binding agent in the preparation of thin layer chromatography stationary phases?
Which compound is commonly used as a binding agent in the preparation of thin layer chromatography stationary phases?
- MgSO4
- CaSO4 (correct)
- NaCl
- NaOH
In thin layer chromatography, what is the typical purpose of adding ammonia or diethyl amine in the separation of organic bases?
In thin layer chromatography, what is the typical purpose of adding ammonia or diethyl amine in the separation of organic bases?
- To neutralize the acidic group (correct)
- To enhance adsorption
- To increase resolution
- To improve partitioning
Which stationary phase in thin layer chromatography has the highest resolution among the commonly used ones?
Which stationary phase in thin layer chromatography has the highest resolution among the commonly used ones?
- Kieselguhr
- Alumina
- Cellulose
- Silica gel (correct)
What problem may arise when using binding agents like CaSO4 with silica gel in thin layer chromatography?
What problem may arise when using binding agents like CaSO4 with silica gel in thin layer chromatography?
Why is alumina not typically used with sensitive compounds in thin layer chromatography?
Why is alumina not typically used with sensitive compounds in thin layer chromatography?
What type of chromatography is alumina primarily associated with in thin layer chromatography?
What type of chromatography is alumina primarily associated with in thin layer chromatography?
What is the function of glacial acid in separation of acidic compounds in Thin Layer Chromatography?
What is the function of glacial acid in separation of acidic compounds in Thin Layer Chromatography?
What is the main reason microcrystalline cellulose does not require a binder in Thin Layer Chromatography?
What is the main reason microcrystalline cellulose does not require a binder in Thin Layer Chromatography?
Why is polyamide used in the separation of flavonoids in Thin Layer Chromatography?
Why is polyamide used in the separation of flavonoids in Thin Layer Chromatography?
What is an advantage of Thin Layer Chromatography over Partition Chromatography (PC) according to the given information?
What is an advantage of Thin Layer Chromatography over Partition Chromatography (PC) according to the given information?
How does mixing Kieselguhr with silica gel impact the adsorbent in Thin Layer Chromatography?
How does mixing Kieselguhr with silica gel impact the adsorbent in Thin Layer Chromatography?
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