LQ1 BFD Essential Oil

Question 1

Removes moisture from plant material to prevent unwanted

Answer 1

Drying

Question 2

Releases essential oils from plant tissues.

Answer 2

Extraction of oil (Distillation)

Question 3

Steam penetrates plant material, vaporizing the volatile oil.

Answer 3

Extraction of oil

Question 4

Converts vapor mixture of steam and essential oil back into liquid form.

Answer 4

Condensation (steam + oil)

Question 5

Output: Liquid mixture of water and essential oil (immiscible)

Answer 5

Condensation (steam + oil)

Question 6

Function: Physically separates the oil from condensed water.
Method: Decantation or oil separator funnel
Note: Essential oils are typically less dense than water, so they float

Answer 6

Separator (skimming off oil layer)

Question 7

Function: Stores essential oil in airtight, light-resistant bottles to preserve quality.

Answer 7

Packaging