Suppose There Is a Desire to Analyze a Series of Compounds

question 10

Multiple Choice

Suppose there is a desire to analyze a series of compounds by gas chromatography because of their similarity in polarity and lack of hydrogen-bonding potential.The compounds of interest are known to have low volatility.How should the technologist proceed?

• A)Consider analysis of these compounds by liquid chromatography.
• B)Consider analysis of these compounds by gas chromatography at significantly elevated temperatures.
• C)Consider chemical derivatization of these compounds prior to gas chromatography.
• D)Report that these compounds cannot be analyzed by gas chromatography because of the lack of volatility.

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