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Developing the Chromatogram

The spotted plate is placed in the chromatography tank and the chromatogram develops.


Developing the Plates


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A TLC plate is placed in a development chamber and allowed to develop until the solvent nears the top of the plate.

Begin Development of the Plate


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The TLC plate is placed in the development chamber to begin development.

Continue to Develop the Plate


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The solvent front moves up the TLC plate.

Completing the Development of the Plate


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The plate is removed from the chamber and the solvent front is marked.