Which of the following is not obtained as a component during separation of components of air by fractional distillation?
A
Carbon dioxide
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B
Oxygen
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C
Carbon monoxide
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D
Argon
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Solution
The correct option is C Carbon monoxide
In air separation unit, carbon dioxide is separated first as dry ice and other components of air like nitrogen, argon and oxygen are separated by fractional column depending on their boiling point.