Fractional distillation

Chinese equivalent: 分馏

Fractional distillation A separation method for liquid mixtures with close boiling points, involving multiple vaporization - condensation cycles using a fracti…

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Fractional distillation A separation method for liquid mixtures with close boiling points, involving multiple vaporization - condensation cycles using a fractionating column.

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Methods for Separation and Purification of Substances

Methods for Separation and Purification of Substances Core Concepts and Basic Principles Separation and purification of substances refer to the process of separating the components of a mixture and obtaining pure substances through appropriate operations, based on differences in …

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