Chromatographic technique/s based on the principle of differential adsorption is / are Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
- B only
- A only
- A & B only
- C only
Answer
(3) A & B only
Solution
Adsorption chromatography: components are adsorbed to different extents on a solid adsorbent (silica gel / alumina).
A: column packed with alumina / silica gel ⇒ adsorption ⇒ A is correct
B: thin layer of silica gel / alumina on a glass plate ⇒ adsorption ⇒ B is correct
C: stationary phase = water held in the paper ⇒ partition chromatography ⇒ C is not
∴ A & B only
Answer: (3)