differential extraction

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In differential extraction using separating funnel, the compound preferentially dissolves in:

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**Differential Extraction** is a technique to separate a compound from its solution in an aqueous solvent by shaking it with an immiscible organic solvent.
- **Partition Law**: The compound distributes itself between the two solvents according to its **solubility** in each. At equilibrium, the ratio of concentrations ($K = C_{organic}/C_{aqueous}$) is constant.
- **Success**: Multiple extractions with smaller volumes of solvent are more efficient than a single extraction with a large volume of solvent. The organic layer containing the compound is luego separated using a separating funnel.

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