Chromatography

Synopsis
Explains how the techniques of chromatography are used to solve social and industrial problems. A public analyst demonstrates the use of column chromatography in examining food and drink; thin layer chromatography is used in a hospital laboratory to investigate a baby’s illness; a forensic scientist in a police laboratory matches oil samples using high performance liquid chromatography; paper chromatography is put to use in a research laboratory of the National Gallery using gas chromatography. Finally, some applications are shown of how chromatographic techniques are used to monitor levels of unwanted chemicals in industrial processes.
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Video; Videocassette. Betamax, VHS. col. 20 min.
Year of production
1977
Availability
Free loan
Subjects
Chemistry
Keywords
chromatography

Credits

Director
David Evans

Production Company

Name

Millbank Films

Notes
see Training Direct. Now Out-takes (5/04)

Sponsor

Name

Imperial Chemical Industries

Notes
see also ICI

Distributor

Name

Education & Ecology Area

Phone
01642 454144 ext 5929
Fax
01642 433112
Address
The Grange Building
PO Box 54 Wilton Middlesbrough
Cleveland
TS90 8JA
Notes
rec’d 6/96

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