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How does the concentration of solvent effect the rf value of the solute in thin layer chromatography
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The concentration of the solvent directly influences the Rf value in thin layer chromatography.
Higher solvent concentration: Generally leads to higher Rf values as the solvent moves faster up the plate, carrying the solute along with it.
Lower solvent concentration: Results in lower Rf values because the solvent travels slower, leading to less migration of the solute.
It's important to note that this relationship is not always linear, and other factors like the polarity of the solvent and solute can also influence the Rf value.
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