(i)Define fractional distillation. Write its application.
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Applications of Fractional Distillation
Fractional distillation is used for the purification of water as well as separating acetone and water. Fractional distillation is used in several industries like oil refineries and chemical plants mainly for purification and separation of many organic compounds.
Explanation:
Fractional distillation :
separation of a liquid mixture into fractions differing in boiling point (and hence chemical composition) by means of distillation, typically using a fractionating column.
Applications of Fractional Distillation :
Fractional distillation is used for the purification of water as well as separating acetone and water. Fractional distillation is used in several industries like oil refineries and chemical plants mainly for purification and separation of many organic compounds.