Aqueous and organic phases

In chemistry, the aqueous phase refers to a mixture primarily made of water, where many substances can dissolve or mix. The organic phase involves a liquid based on organic compounds, typically non-polar, such as oils or solvents like benzene. When two immiscible liquids, like water and oil, are combined, they form separate layers: the aqueous phase (water) and the organic phase (oil). This separation allows chemists to isolate, purify, or analyze different components based on their solubility preferences while working in a mixture.