Ask your own question, for FREE!
Chemistry 7 Online
OpenStudy (anonymous):

why do we use cold water to wash the crystals during vaccume recrystallization

OpenStudy (jfraser):

any trace ions remaining in the solvent after filtration are usually less soluble in cold water, so a final rinse with cold water will force any remaining ions to crystallize, and be caught in the filter rather than passing through and being lost

Can't find your answer? Make a FREE account and ask your own questions, OR help others and earn volunteer hours!

Join our real-time social learning platform and learn together with your friends!
Latest Questions
Arriyanalol: i need help
2 days ago 7 Replies 1 Medal
Arriyanalol: CONGRATS to me
2 days ago 8 Replies 2 Medals
Legomaster346: What colleges are good that are near Arab Alabama?
1 week ago 5 Replies 0 Medals
Arriyanalol: i need help
1 week ago 6 Replies 2 Medals
Can't find your answer? Make a FREE account and ask your own questions, OR help others and earn volunteer hours!

Join our real-time social learning platform and learn together with your friends!