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Question
Which separation technique is based on the differential solubility of compounds between two immiscible liquids (e.g., water and an organic solvent)?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Extraction uses two immiscible solvents (e.g., water and diethyl ether) to selectively dissolve and separate compounds based on their relative solubilities. Common examples include extracting caffeine from tea and isolating organic products from aqueous reaction mixtures.
Hint
Separating using solubility in two layers.