Given the fact that ammonia is a weak base, should the extraction be carried out at a high or low pH to maximise the separation. Explain your reasoning in detail.

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Given the fact that ammonia is a weak base, should the extraction be carried out at a high or low pH to maximise the separation. Explain your reasoning in detail.

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