NEET2017Chemistry-Organic Chemistry
NEET 2017 Chemistry Separation Techniques MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
The most suitable method of separation of 1:1 mixture of ortho and para-nitrophenol is ________.
A
chromatography
B
crystallisation
C
steam distillation
D
sublimation
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
Ortho-nitrophenol can be separated from para-nitrophenol by steam distillation due to its lower boiling point and higher volatility.
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