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Chapter 3.2, Problem 3E
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:Whether recrystallization is appropriate to be performed for situations or not should be explained.

Concept introduction:Recrystallization is technique that is used for purification of organic compounds. This process includes dissolution of solid in specific solvent at high temperature and then crystals are made again by process of cooling. Temperature of crystals is decreased to allow impurities to remain in solution only.

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