Preferred Label : separation factor;
Detailed label : separation factor in liquid-liquid distribution, αA,B;
IUPAC definition : The ratio of the respective distribution ratios of two extractable solutes measured
under the same conditions. \[\alpha_{{A,B}} \frac{D_{{A}}}{D_{{B}}}\];
Scope note : the terms selectivity coefficient and selectivity ratio are not synonymous and should
not be used.; the term separation coefficient is not recommended.; by convention the solutes designated as a and b in the above are chosen so as to make
a 1.;
Origin ID : S05615;
See also
The ratio of the respective distribution ratios of two extractable solutes measured
under the same conditions. \[\alpha_{{A,B}} \frac{D_{{A}}}{D_{{B}}}\]
