1.6 - Liquid Chromatography Overview
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Practice Questions
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What is liquid chromatography primarily used for?
💡 Hint: Think about why gas chromatography isn't suitable for all samples.
What is the mobile phase in liquid chromatography?
💡 Hint: Consider what we use to help the sample move in the process.
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What is the primary advantage of liquid chromatography over gas chromatography?
💡 Hint: Reflect on which method is better when temperature sensitivity is a concern.
True or False: Liquid chromatography requires compounds to be vaporized before analysis.
💡 Hint: Think about the major difference in sample handling between the two techniques.
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Given a scenario where you have to analyze a mixture containing a heat-sensitive compound, outline the procedure you would use utilizing liquid chromatography, including specifics on mobile phase selection and detection methods.
💡 Hint: Think about the properties of the components you are analyzing when selecting the mobile phase.
You are tasked with comparing the cost-efficiency and effectiveness of LC and GC for a laboratory. Discuss your findings based on the concepts of sample types, time efficiency, and detector types.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the trade-offs between the two techniques considering sample characteristics.
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