The mixture of compounds $A$ and $B$ is passed through a column of $Al_2O_3$ by using alcohol as eluant. Compound $A$ is eluted in preference to compound $B$. Which of the compounds $A$ or $B$ is more readily adsorbed on the column?

  • A
    $A$
  • B
    $B$
  • C
    Both $A$ and $B$ are adsorbed equally
  • D
    Neither $A$ nor $B$ is adsorbed

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