Answer:
Explanation:
Silical gel, a small thin layer plate can be used for separating the pigments.
Mixture pigments should be applied to the silica gel in a very thin layer to allow the pigments separate into distinct bands that will not overlap as they migrate up the plate. If the line is thinner, the separation will be better.
The method may be applicable to all kinds of plant materials including algae
Samples to be applied should be enough so that the pigment band do not become too faint.
Silical gel can also be used to remove water from fresh materials before extracting pigments.
