MODULE 6: Organic Synthesis Flashcards
1
Q
Separating a solid from a solvent/liquid mixture:
A
Filtration under reduced pressure
2
Q
Filtration under reduced pressure apparatus:
A
- Buchner flash + funnel
- Pressure tubing
- Filter paper
- Vacuum pump
3
Q
Removing impurities from solid product:
A
Recrystallisation
4
Q
Recrystallisation procedure:
A
- Dissolve solid in hot solvent (minimum volume of solvent)
- Allow to cool
- Filter under pressure to obtain crystals
5
Q
Determination of purity from recrystalisation:
A
Melting point + compare to literature values