Chromatography
An experimental technique used in order to separate and identify species within a mixture.
TLC
Thin Layer Chromatography. It is a type of chromatography that can be used in order to separate and identify non-volatile mixtures.
Mobile Phase
When the mixture is dissolved in a mixture.
Stationary Phase
The phase after the mobile phase.
RF Value
Retention Factor - It can be used in order to compare and identify compounds.
Solvent Front
How far the solvent has travelled.
Extraction Solvent
A solvent used to extract pigments from the plant tissue.
Origin
The spot on which a solution of the sample is placed with the capillary tube.