C2.1.7 Purification And Checking Purity Flashcards

1
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How can you tell if a substance is pure?

A

Using paper or TLC

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2
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Three advantages using TLC

A

It’s quicker
It’s more sensitive so a smaller sample can be used
Larger range of stationary phases and solvents to choose from

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3
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Separation method for insoluble and soluble substances

A

Dissolving followed by filtration

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4
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Separation method for a solute dissolved in a solvent (solution)

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Crystallisation to obtain the solute, simple distillation to obtain the solvent

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5
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Separation method for two or more substances in the liquid state

A

Fractional distillation

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6
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Separation method for coloured soluble substances

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Paper or thin layer chromatography

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