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Chromatography is used to separate:

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compounds
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mixtures
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molecules
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atoms
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The correct option is B mixtures
Chromatography is the technique used for separation of those solutes that dissolve in the same solvent. 'Kroma' in Greek means colour. This technique was first used for separation of colours, so this name was given.
It is used to separate:
- Colours in a dye
- Pigments from natural colour
- Drugs from blood

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