1. Which property of compounds is responsible for the separation in a TLC? Explain with an example. 2. How does the separation occur during a TLC?

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1. Which property of compounds is responsible for the separation in a TLC? Explain with an example.
2. How does the separation occur during a TLC? (Hints: TLC plate and silica layer)

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