Question
Given below is a column of adsorbent in which the mixture of compounds $$A + B + C$$ is placed. When the solvent is poured through the column, the components are separated depending upon the degree of adsorption. Which of the given statements is correct?
A.
$$A$$ is the most weakly adsorbed component hence remains near the top.
B.
$$A$$ is the most strongly adsorbed component hence remains near the top.
C.
$$C$$ is the most strongly adsorbed component hence is found near the bottom.
D.
$$B$$ is the most strongly adsorbed component hence is found in the centre of the column.
Answer :
$$A$$ is the most strongly adsorbed component hence remains near the top.
Solution :
The most strongly adsorbed component is present in the band near the top while the weakly adsorbed constituent is found near the bottom.