Thin-Layer Chromatography

Thin-Layer Chromatography (TLC) is a method of separating and analyzing chemicals and other compounds based on their special properties. It is a fast and cost-effective technique used to identify unknown compounds, quantify them, and also to study and monitor their physical and chemical properties. TLC is used in a variety of scientific fields, such as: biochemistry, environmental sciences, food science, forensics and pharmaceuticals. It is also used to identify drugs and other substances in urine tests. TLC can help determine the purity of a compound, the relative quantities of different mixtures of compounds, and the relative ratios of specific components in a mixture.