Methods of extraction are important for use in industry and research. One of the typical steps in an extraction is the use of either acid or base to treat an unknown mixture. This step is applied in order to:
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Correct Answer: A. Change the water solubility of an unknown compound
Adding acid or base to a mixture of unknown compounds is designed to change the water solubility. The loss or gain of protons will make the compound become ionic in nature, and thus soluble in water. On the other hand, compounds that are already ionic may become neutrally charged, resulting in lower solubility in water.
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