states of matter and mixtures: distillation Flashcards
What is distillation?
A separation process that relies on differences in boiling points to separate components of a mixture.
True or False: Distillation can be used to purify liquids.
True
Fill in the blank: The process of distillation involves heating a liquid to create vapor and then ________ the vapor back into a liquid.
condensing
What is the primary purpose of distillation in the chemical industry?
To separate and purify liquids based on their boiling points.
What type of distillation uses a fractionating column?
Fractional distillation
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of distillation? A) Simple B) Fractional C) Reverse D) Steam
C) Reverse
What is the boiling point?
The temperature at which a liquid turns into vapor.
True or False: Distillation can only be used for separating homogeneous mixtures.
False
Fill in the blank: In distillation, the component with the _______ boiling point vaporizes first.
lowest
What is the role of the condenser in the distillation process?
To cool and condense the vapor back into liquid form.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common use of distillation? A) Water purification B) Air separation C) Oil refining D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What is steam distillation?
A method of distillation that uses steam to extract essential oils from plant materials.
True or False: Distillation is an energy-intensive process.
True
What is the difference between simple distillation and fractional distillation?
Simple distillation is used for separating liquids with significantly different boiling points, while fractional distillation is used for separating mixtures with closer boiling points.
Fill in the blank: The _______ distillation technique is often employed in the production of spirits.
pot
