Manipulation, Separation And Purification Techniques Flashcards

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Steam distillation

What is it used for and how does it work?

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Remove insoluble high BP liquids from mixtures

The liquid forms insoluble layer with condensed steam in the receiver

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Simple distillation

What is it used for and how does it work?

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Purification

Fraction is collected between two temperatures. Product is purified and distilled

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Fractional distillation

What is it used for and how does it work?

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Purify a mixtures of two or more liquids/ a liquid and a solid
Thermometer monitors BP. Component with lowest BP evaporates up the column first and condense to a liquid

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