(c) What is the minimum distribution ratio that permits removal of 99% of a solute from 50.0 mL of water with (i) two 20.0-mL extractions with an organic solvent; (ii) four 10.0-mL extractions with the organic solvent?

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(c) What is the minimum distribution ratio that permits removal of 99% of a solute from 50.0 mL of
water with
(i) two 20.0-mL extractions with an organic solvent;

(ii) four 10.0-mL extractions with the organic solvent?

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