2.1 - Liquid-liquid extraction
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of liquid-liquid extraction?
💡 Hint: Consider what we are trying to achieve by using liquid-liquid extraction.
Name one safety measure to be taken while performing liquid-liquid extraction.
💡 Hint: Think about the environment you work in during the process.
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What method is primarily used for extracting organic chemicals from water?
💡 Hint: Consider which method is focused on liquid-phase separation.
True or False: Solid-phase extraction is more hazardous than liquid-liquid extraction.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the risks associated with both techniques.
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Challenge Problems
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You are tasked with selecting a solvent for the extraction of a volatile organic pollutant from water. Discuss how you would approach this problem, taking into account the necessary properties of the solvent and safety concerns.
💡 Hint: Consider what properties make a solvent effective for extraction and safe for use.
Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using solid-phase extraction (SPE) over liquid-liquid extraction (LLE) in environmental monitoring.
💡 Hint: Think about the sample matrix and how different extraction methods might interact with it.
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