Recrystallisation

From Edexcel Chemistry Unit 5

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Recrystallisation

Recrystallisation in Five Easy Steps!

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Step One

Add the minimum amount of hot solvent to create a saturated solution

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Step Two

Filter whilst hot

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Step Three

Allow to cool so crystals to form and filter the product

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Step Four

Recrystallise and filter off again

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Step Five

Wash with cold solvent and allow to dry

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