2.4 - Extraction of Solid Samples
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary goal of extraction?
💡 Hint: Think about why we need to separate components in mixtures.
Name one advantage of solid-phase extraction.
💡 Hint: Consider the environmental impact.
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What is solid-phase extraction used for?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to liquids during solid-phase extraction.
True or False: Soxhlet extraction is considered a highly efficient method due to its rigorous nature.
💡 Hint: Consider whether efficiency also relates to the time and resources needed.
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Evaluate the ecological impact of using traditional solvents in liquid-liquid extraction vs. safer alternatives in solid-phase extraction.
💡 Hint: Think about sustainability and environmental regulations.
Design a comparative study that examines the efficiency of ultrasonic extraction vs. Soxhlet extraction for extracting a specific analyte from a solid sample.
💡 Hint: Focus on the time taken for each and the purity of the final product.
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