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ZIMSEC O-Level Combined Science

7.2.1Separation

Separation in ZIMSEC O-Level Combined Science: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Forms 1 to 4.

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  • Chromatography

    30 min

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  • Fractional distillation and steam distillation

    30 min

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  • Separating mixtures

    30 min

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Separation: sample question

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Why must the level of the solvent be below the base line at the start of paper chromatography?

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