Baseline separation means peaks are completely separated at baseline; broader peaks or tailing affect resolution.

Baseline separation means peaks are completely separated at baseline; broader peaks or tailing affect resolution.

• A. Baseline separation means peaks are completely separated at baseline; broader peaks or tailing reduce resolution.
• B. Baseline separation means baseline is flat on the detector.
• C. Baseline separation indicates no peak width.
• D. Baseline separation is irrelevant to LC.

Answer: (D)