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CHM 102 Isolation and Purification of Organic Compounds Objective Question

Question

Which of the following is an example of a stationary phase in gas chromatography (GC)?
Options
A Silica gel
B Alumina
C A nonvolatile liquid coated on a solid support inside a column
Correct Answer
D Water
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In gas chromatography, the stationary phase is usually a high-boiling liquid (e.g., polysiloxane) coated on an inert solid support inside a capillary column.

Hint

GC separates volatile compounds.

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