Paper 1: Paper Chromotography Flashcards
1
Q
What is the stationary phase in chromatography?
A
A substance that does not move
2
Q
What is a mobile phase in chromatography?
A
A substance that moves through the stationary phase (the solvent)
3
Q
How do you work out the Rf values?
A
Distance travelled by spot / distance travelled by solvent
4
Q
What can you use chromatography for?
A
Distinguish between pure and impure substances
Identify a substance by comparing its pattern of spots with those of known substance
Identify substances using Rf values