Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · 5.1

5.1 — practice question

Thin-layer chromatography and gas/liquid chromatography may be used to separate a mixture into its individual components.
(a(i))[2]

Define the following chromatography terms: $R_f$ value; retention time.

(a(ii))[1]

Every type of chromatography uses a stationary phase and a mobile phase. Complete Table 6.1 with a description of each one.

(b)[1]

A mixture containing substances A and B is separated by thin-layer chromatography. The $R_f$ value of substance A is greater than that of substance B. Suggest why substance A has a larger $R_f$ value.

(c(i))[1]

The two isomeric compounds Y and Z are examined by proton ($^1\mathrm{H}$) NMR spectroscopy. Complete Table 6.2 by predicting the number of peaks seen in the proton ($^1\mathrm{H}$) NMR spectra of Y and Z.

(c(ii))[2]

Name all the different splitting patterns shown in the proton ($^1\mathrm{H}$) NMR spectra of Y and Z.

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