Which among the following purification methods is based on the principle of "Solubility" in two different solvents?
- (A)Column Chromatography
- (B)Sublimation
- (C)Distillation
- (D)Differential Extraction✓ Correct
Answer: (D)
Solution
Differential extraction (liquid–liquid extraction) separates a solute from a mixture using its differing solubility in two immiscible solvents. The mixture is shaken with the two solvents in a separating funnel; the solute distributes between the two layers according to its distribution coefficient, and the layers are then separated. Column chromatography relies on differential adsorption on a stationary phase, sublimation relies on direct solid-to-vapour conversion, and distillation relies on differences in boiling point — none of these separate on the basis of solubility in two solvents. Differential extraction is the method based on solubility in two different solvents.
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