Solvent Extraction

Solvent extraction is a separation technique used to isolate specific substances from a mixture. It involves adding a liquid (the solvent) to a mixture, which dissolves certain components while leaving others behind. The mixture is then allowed to settle, and the solvent, now containing the desired substances, is separated from the leftover materials. This process is commonly used in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, chemistry, and food processing, to purify or recover valuable compounds, such as metals or oils, from complex mixtures efficiently.