Question

Define fractional distillation?

Answer 1

Fractional distillation:

• Miscible liquids can be separated by the process of fractional distillation.
• The separation of a mixture of miscible liquids by distillation is called fractional distillation.
• This process works on the basis of the difference in the boiling points of liquid.
• For example, the constituents of crude petroleum such as petrol, diesel, and kerosene are separated by fractional distillation.