An ideal RF value for a compound on a developed TLC plate is 0.30. How could you adjust the TLC developing conditions to obtain an RF of 0.30 if it's too low or too high (Hint: Think about chromatography phases).

An ideal RF value for a compound on a developed TLC plate is 0.30. How could you adjust the TLC developing conditions to obtain an RF of 0.30 if it's too low or too high (Hint: Think about chromatography phases).

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