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Distillation is a separation process based on the principles of vaporization, condensation, and boiling point differentials. Key elements include heating a liquid to its boiling point, condensing the vapor back into a liquid, and utilizing fractional distillation for mixtures with similar boiling points. The process relies on the fact that different components have different boiling points, and efficient heat transfer is crucial. Distillation setups include a distillation flask, condenser, and collection vessel. Factors such as pressure, equilibrium, and azeotropes influence the effectiveness of the process, which is widely used for purification in various industries.
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∙ 9y agoDistillation works on the principle that different liquids may be miscible but they have different boiling points. The liquids can be heated and they will evaporate (therefore separate) as their boiling points are reached.
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∙ 11y agoIn distillation, the components of a solution are separated according to their boiling points.
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∙ 8y agoBecause different substances have different boiling points the separation is possible according to the boiling point.
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∙ 16y agoTwo are evaporation and condensation.
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∙ 10y agoThe vast difference in boiling points
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fractional distillation
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That's "fractional distillation" or in the world of oil, "fracking."
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Not really. It's a part of distillation, not a type of distillation.
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Whether it is better to use fractional or simple distillation depends on the liquids being separated and on the boiling points of the liquids. When there is a great difference between the boiling points of the liquids, simple distillation may be a better option. Likewise, if there is a small difference in boiling points, then fractional distillation is used.
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Sydney Young has written: 'Distillation principles and processes' -- subject(s): Fractional Distillation, Distillation
What is the process involved in refining of petroleum?
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