Three organic compounds A, B and C were allowed to run in thin layer chromatography using hexane and gave the following result (see figure). The value of the most polar compound is .

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Three organic compounds A, B and C were allowed to run in thin layer chromatography using hexane and gave the following result (see figure). The  value of the most polar compound is  .

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Step 1: Identify the Most Polar Compound from TLC

In TLC using a polar adsorbent (silica gel) and hexane (non-polar solvent):
- Most polar compound → strongest adsorption on silica gel → travels shortest distance → lowest

From the TLC figure, identify the spot that traveled the least distance from the baseline — this is the most polar compound.

Step 2: Calculate  for the Most Polar Compound

Using the formula:

From the figure values, the most polar compound (lowest spot) has:
- Distance mo

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