Purification of benzoic acid 1. What is the purpose of washing the crystal in the filter paper with water? 2. How recrystallization affects the theoretical yield of sample? Explain.

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Purification of benzoic acid

1. What is the purpose of washing the crystal in the filter paper with water?

2. How recrystallization affects the theoretical yield of sample? Explain.

 

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