Thin layer chromatography of a mixture shows the following observation:
The correct order of elution in the silica gel column chromatography is .
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Thin layer chromatography helps in understanding the relative mobility of different substances based on their interaction with the mobile and stationary phases.
To determine the correct order of elution in silica gel column chromatography, we must consider the properties of the compounds and their interaction with the stationary phase.
Silica gel is a polar stationary phase. In general, non-polar compounds elute first as they interact less with the polar stationary phase, while polar compounds elute later due to stronger interactions.
Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) can provide insight based on Rf values. In the image:
We can observe:
Compound A has the highest Rf value, indicating it is the least polar and will elute first.
Compound C has an intermediate Rf value, suggesting moderate polarity.
Compound B has the lowest Rf value, suggesting it is the most polar and will elute last.
Therefore, the order of elution in silica gel column chromatography will be A > C > B.
Conclusion: The correct order of elution is \(A \gt C \gt B\).
