Question
Chemistry Question on Solutions
Which of the following statement is correct for paper chromatography?
A
Paper sheet forms the stationary phase.
B
Water present in the pores of the paper forms the stationary phase.
C
Paper and water present in its pores together form the stationary phase.
D
Water present in the mobile phase gets absorbed by the paper which then forms the stationary phase.
Answer
Water present in the pores of the paper forms the stationary phase.
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is(B): Water present in the pores of the paper forms the stationary phase.