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In an organic chemistry lab, why is the organic layer usually the upper layer in the separatory funnel while the aqueous layer is usually the bottom layer?

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Answered by DrBob222
The density of H2O is about 1.00 g/mL. Many organic solvents have a density less than that; hence they float.
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