The apparatus of fractional distillation is different from simple distillation because of the presence of _________.
A
fractionating column
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B
condenser
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C
distillation flask
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D
conical flask
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Solution
The correct option is A fractionating column The apparatus of fractional distillation is somewhat different to simple distillation apparatus. There is a fractionating column in fractional distillation which is fixed to the flask containing the liquid mixture. This column contains glass beads to provide a larger surface area for vaporization and condensation to happen.