differential extraction

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Differential extraction of organic compound from aqueous solution uses an organic solvent that is:

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1. **Goal**: To extract an organic compound that is present in an aqueous (water) solution.
2. **Reagent Selection**: A solvent is added that is **immiscible with water** ($e.g.,$ Ether, Chloroform).
3. **Partition Principle**: The organic compound should be significantly **more soluble** in the organic solvent than in water.
4. **Process**: The aqueous solution and the organic solvent are shaken in a **separating funnel**. The compound 'partitions' itself between the two layers.
5. **Efficiency**: Performing multiple extractions with smaller volumes of solvent is more efficient than a single extraction with a large volume.
6. **Separation**: The two layers (aqueous and organic) are then separated due to density differences.

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