The article describes an analogy between paper chromatography and the separation of rocks and wood pieces by the flowing stream. This analogy can be used to explain chromatography experiments in the introductory chemistry courses.
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Citation
Brozek, Celestyn M. J. Chem. Educ.1999 76 83.
Keywords
Introductory / High School Chemistry; Laboratory Instruction; Chromatography; Teaching / Learning Aids
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