Leaf Chromatography

The video tutorial explains the presence of hidden pigments in plants and how chromatography can be used to reveal them. It details the materials and steps required to perform chromatography on Beech leaves, including grinding the leaves with sand and propanone, applying the mixture to chromatography paper, and using a solvent to separate the pigments. The process reveals different pigments, such as chlorophyll and xanthophil. The video also highlights the applications of chromatography in forensic science and the food industry.

What is the purpose of chromatography in the context of plant pigments?

Describe the process of preparing the green mixture from a Beech leaf.

What role does the solvent play in the chromatography process?

Explain how the different pigments are separated during chromatography.

What are the two types of chlorophyll identified in the chromatography process?

How can chromatography be applied in forensic science?

What are some applications of chromatography in the food industry?