Chemistry
Experiment 13
Questions for Data Analysis and Results
1. Based on the structures shown in Figure 1, rank the four compounds in order of polarity . Then state the order of elution from the column .
2. Recall that a green band was left on the column. Why did that band remain on the column? What could you do in the procedure to elute that band?
3. How does the order of elution from a column relate to Rf values in TLC?
4. Which of the four compounds shown in Figure 1 has the highest Rf value in TLC? Why? Which has the lowest Rf value in TLC? Why?
5. Were there likely additional compounds remaining on the column? How do you know?