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Chemistry · Oct / Nov 2021 · Paper 11 · Question 4

5070Chromatography

A mixture of four coloured dyes is analysed by chromatography. The result is shown. [chromatogram diagram] Which change will allow the four dyes to be seen?

  1. AMeasure the Rf values of the spots carefully.
  2. BRun the chromatogram for a longer time.
  3. CRun the chromatogram using a different solvent.
  4. DUse a locating agent.

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Correct answer: C. Run the chromatogram using a different solvent.

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