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CHM 102 Isolation and Purification of Organic Compounds Objective Question
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Which of the following is a common drying agent used to remove traces of water from an organic solution after extraction?
Options
A Sodium chloride
B Magnesium sulfate (MgSO4) or sodium sulfate (Na2SO4)
Correct Answer
C Silica gel
D Activated charcoal
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Anhydrous magnesium sulfate (MgSO4) and sodium sulfate (Na2SO4) are common drying agents that absorb water from organic solutions. They are filtered off before evaporation.

Hint

Removes water from organic layer.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Isolation and Purification of Organic Compounds
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 547 of 1999
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