Goc Theory Part 10 Ques8
Question: What is the primary function of the detector in gas chromatography?
Options:
A) To separate the compounds
B) To identify the compounds
C) To measure the amount of compounds
D) To vaporize the sample
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Answer: c
Explanation:
A) Incorrect. Separation occurs in the column, not the detector.
B) Incorrect. While detectors provide data for identification, this is not their primary function.
C) Correct. The primary function of the detector is to measure the amount of compounds as they elute from the column.
D) Incorrect. Vaporization occurs in the injection port, not the detector.
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