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Recrystallization Questions

What is the purpose of recrystallization?


It is the primary method of purifying crude solid compounds.
2 What is the recrystallization method based on?
It is a process based on the differences in solubilities of solids in a given solvent system.
3 How can you increase the solubility of a compound?

You can increase it with added heat.


4 How do you get rid of insoluble impurities?

They are removed through the method of hot filteration.

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