chromatography methods

Chromatography is a technique used to separate and analyze mixtures of substances. It works by passing a mixture through a medium where different components move at different rates. For example, in paper chromatography, a drop of ink on paper is separated into various colors as water travels up the paper. This happens because the different colors interact differently with the paper and water. Chromatography is widely used in laboratories for tasks like testing food purity, analyzing chemicals, and identifying substances in forensic science. It's a powerful tool for understanding complex mixtures.