Answer:
A. The top layer will be diethyl ether, and the top layer will be yellow.
Explanation:
The purpose of the addition of the saturated aqueous solution of polar solvents like sodium chloride in the liquid-liquid extraction techniques is to remove as well as separate any kind of water which may be dissolved in the ether. Water and sodium chloride are both polar and thus, they forms the bottom layer and only ether forms the top layer. The compound being organic and is colored is in the top layer with the ether.
Hence, answer - A. The top layer will be diethyl ether, and the top layer will be yellow.
Answer:
The answer is below
Explanation:
The separation technique is used for separating immiscible liquids.
When separating, the stopper has to be removed when draining the lower layer so as to prevent a vacuum. If vacuum is allowed, the draining rate will reduce and stop.
The liquid should be mixed by shaking the funnel and then opening the stopcock so as the vent out gases.
When near interface between the layers, you should set your eye level so that you do not drain up to the second layer.
After completely draining the first layer, the second layer should be collected in a new flask.
After mixing the solutions in a separatory funnel, the stopper should be removed and the liquid should be mixed thoroughly and the layers allowed to separate. When you get close to the interface between the layers, get eye level with the funnel and slow the draining until the first layer is collected. Switch to a new flask to collect the second layer.
