Chromatographic Separations Using Solid-Phase Extraction Cartridges: Separation of Wine Phenolics

Charles A. Brenneman and Susan E. Ebeler
Department of Viticulture & Enology, University of California, Davis, Davis, CA 95616
J. Chem. Educ., 1999, 76 (12), p 1710
DOI: 10.1021/ed076p1710
Publication Date (Web): December 1, 1999

Abstract

We describe a simple laboratory experiment that demonstrates the principles of chromatographic separation using solid-phase extraction columns and red wine. By adjusting pH and mobile phase composition, the wine is separated into three fractions of differing polarity. The content of each fraction can be monitored by UV-vis spectroscopy. When the experiment is combined with experiments involving HPLC or GC separations, students gain a greater appreciation for and understanding of the highly automated instrumental systems currently available. In addition, they learn about the chemistry of polyphenolic compounds, which are present in many foods and beverages and which are receiving much attention for their potentially beneficial health effects.

Keywords (Audience):

Second-Year Undergraduate

Keywords (Domain):

Public Understanding / Outreach

Keywords (Pedagogy):

Hands-On Learning / Manipulatives

Keywords (Subject):

Chromatography

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