When performing an extraction how should the volume of extraction solvent relate

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When performing an extraction how should the volume of extraction solvent relate to the volume of the liquid being extracted?

A) Usually about twice the volume of extractino solvent should be used compared ot the volume of liquid being extracted

B) The volumes should be roughly equal with half the extraction solvent being used in each of two successive extractions

C) The extraction solvent should be about half the volume of the liquid being extracted

D) The amount of extraction solvent differs: half as much for organic liquids and twice as much for aqueous liquids

Explanation / Answer

A) Usually about twice the volume of extractino solvent should be used compared ot the volume of liquid being extracted

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