Which separation technique is used to separate different pigments in a mixture based on their affinity for a stationary phase and a mobile phase?

A.

Chromatography

B.

Filtration

C.

Decantation

D.

Distillation

Correct answer is A

Chromatography is a separation technique used to separate and analyze components of a mixture based on their differential partitioning between a stationary phase (e.g., paper or a column) and a mobile phase (e.g., solvent). Different components move at different rates, leading to separation.