1.7.3.1 - Simple Distillation
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What is the primary purpose of simple distillation?
💡 Hint: Think about what makes it different from filtration.
Define the term 'distillate'.
💡 Hint: What do we call the liquid we gather after distillation?
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What is the main advantage of simple distillation?
💡 Hint: Think about what distillation specifically relies on to function.
True or False: Simple distillation can effectively separate liquids with very similar boiling points.
💡 Hint: Consider the effectiveness of distillation in tight boiling point ranges.
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You have a mixture of ethanol and water. Explain how you would set up a distillation to separate them. Include the equipment needed and the expected outcomes.
💡 Hint: Consider the boiling points and order of the liquids.
How would you adapt the simple distillation technique if you needed to separate a mixture of liquids with boiling points of 70°C and 72°C?
💡 Hint: Think about what techniques allow for smaller differences in boiling points.
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