performing a tlc of the reaction product on a plate alongside pure benzophenone, a student observed two spots in their product, the stronger corresponding to the benzophenone. What conclusion can be drawn? What is the stationary phase on the tlc plate and why is it effective as a stationary phase?

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On performing a tlc of the reaction product on a plate alongside pure benzophenone, a student observed two spots in their product, the stronger corresponding to the benzophenone. What conclusion can be drawn? What is the stationary phase on the tlc plate and why is it effective as a stationary phase?

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