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Chromatography and Qualitative Analysis

OCR A-level Organic ChemistryTopic 18 of 1910 lessons

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  1. ChromatographyChromatography separates the components of a mixture so they can be identified.
  2. Thin-Layer ChromatographyThin-layer chromatography (TLC) is a quick way to find how many components a mixture contains, and to compare them with known substances.
  3. Rf ValuesThe position of each spot on a TLC plate is described by its Rf value (retention factor): Rf = distance moved by component ÷ distance moved by…
  4. Gas ChromatographyGas chromatography (GC) separates volatile components of a mixture, and is sensitive enough to detect very small amounts. • The mobile phase is an…
  5. Retention Times and Peak AreasA gas chromatogram gives two kinds of information.
  6. Qualitative Tests for AlkenesAlkenes contain a carbon−carbon double bond, C=C.
  7. Qualitative Tests for HaloalkanesHaloalkanes are identified by hydrolysis with aqueous silver nitrate in ethanol.
  8. Qualitative Tests for PhenolsPhenols have an −OH group bonded directly to a benzene ring.
  9. Qualitative Tests for CarbonylsAldehydes and ketones both contain the carbonyl group, C=O.
  10. Qualitative Tests for Carboxylic AcidsCarboxylic acids are identified by their acidity.

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