The technique of chromatography is based on the difference in solubility of the substances in the solvent and the rates at which the substances are adsorbed on a suitable adsorbent.
A technique used for separating components of a mixture of solids based on differences in their particle size is known as _______
A _______ method is used for separating a mixture of two solids, if their solubilities in a particular solvent differ widely.
Question 24Give an example each for the mixture having the following characteristics. Suggest a suitable method to separate the components of these mixtures.(a) A volatile and a non-volatile component.(b) Two volatile components with an appreciable difference in boiling points.(c) Two immiscible liquids.(d) One of the components changes directly from solid to gaseous state.(e) Two or more coloured constituents soluble in some solvent.