Question

Rohan wanted to separate a mixture of blue and red ink. His friend Akash suggested to use chromatography

Contextual Question: Define chromatography.

Value-Based Question: Which two values does Akash possess?

Answer 1

Step 1: Chromatography

• Chromatography is a technique for separating the components of a mixture.
• There are two phases to it: one that is stationary and the other that is mobile.
• The stationary phase is a porous solid (filter paper, while the mobile phase is the liquid into which the mixture is added for chromatography.
• Paper Chromatography is used to separate the colored components in a mixture of red and blue inks.

Step 2: Qualities of Akash

• He is Knowledgeable.
• He is supportive and helpful.