What is chromatography? State its two applications.

Chromatography is a method used to separate the different components in a liquid mixture. This method is based on the different properties of compounds in two phases: stationary and mobile phase.

Applications of chromatography


1) It is used to separate solution of coloured substances.


2) It is used in forensic sciences to detect and identify trace amount of substances in the contents of bladder and stomach.


3) It is used to separate small amount of products of chemical reaction.


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