Discussion Forum : General Principles And Process Of Isolation Of Elements
Question -


Which of the following pair of metals is purified by van Arkel method?

Options:
A .   Ga & In
B .   Ag & Au
C .   Zr & Ti
D .   Ni & Fe
Answer: Option C
:
C

van Arkel Method: The impure metal (Zr and Ti) are converted to a volatile compound, impurities being unaffected. The formed pure volatile compound is decomposed to get the pure metal. Hence this is a method to obtain ultra pure metal by refining. Hf & Si can also be purified by van Arkel method.



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