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Methods of Separation - Crystallisation Method

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CBSE: Class 12

Key Points: Crystallisation Method

  • Based on difference in solubility of the compound and impurities at different temperatures.
  • Compound more soluble in hot solvent → dissolved at high temperature → cooled → pure crystals form → impurities remain in solution (mother liquor).
  • Common solvents: water, alcohol, ether, chloroform, acetone, benzene, petroleum ether.
  • Example: Benzoic acid (slightly soluble in cold water, completely soluble in hot water) → separated from naphthalene.
  • Fractional crystallisation: Used when two compounds have different solubilities in the same solvent → less soluble crystallises first on cooling (e.g., K₂CO₃ and KCl).
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