Overview of Analytical Separations
Overview of Analytical Separations We examined several methods for separating an analyte from potential interferents. For example, in a liquid–liquid extraction the analyte and interferent are initially present in a single liquid phase. A second, immiscible liquid phase is in- troduced, and the two phases are thoroughly mixed by shaking. During this process the analyte and interferents partition themselves between the two phases to differ- ent extents, affecting their separation. Despite the power of these separation te...