Question

multiple choice 1 point
how can you avoid loss of caffeine during the extraction process?
by shaking the separatory funnel too vigorously
by using more water to dilute the solution
by conducting the extraction quickly at high temperatures
by carefully draining the layers and avoiding spills

Explanation:

Shaking too vigorously can cause emulsion and loss, diluting may reduce concentration not avoid loss, high - temp extraction can cause evaporation loss. Careful draining and no spills minimize loss.

Answer:

D. By carefully draining the layers and avoiding spills