Distillation and Fractional Distillation

Distillation and Fractional Distillation

Learn about the distillation process, its variations, and how to use a visual model to understand this key laboratory technique for separating liquids with different boiling points.

Topics

  • distillation
  • laboratory techniques
  • separation processes
  • boiling points
  • evaporation
  • condensation
  • simple distillation
  • fractional distillation
  • vacuum distillation
  • steam distillation
  • distillation apparatus
  • clausius-clapeyron equation
  • theoretical plates
  • petroleum refining
  • chemical properties
  • atmospheric pressure
  • high boiling point
  • immiscible liquids