| Paper chromatography | Thin layer chromatography |
| $(i)$ It is a partition chromatography. | $(i)$ It is an adsorption chromatography. |
| $(ii)$ Special cellulose paper is used as a stationary phase. | $(ii)$ $A$ thin layer of silica gel or alumina spread over a glass plate is used as a stationary phase. |
| $(iii)$ Mobile phase is a liquid. | $(iii)$ Mobile phase can be a liquid or a gas. |
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