steam distillation Flashcards
1
Q
steam distillation is a method used to?
A
extract essential oils from plants
2
Q
what happens to the mixture?
A
it evaporates and passes into the condenser
3
Q
the essential oils vapour is?
A
chilled and collected
4
Q
essential oils are?
A
mixtures of organic compounds
5
Q
essential oils are used for?
A
to kill bacteria and fungi in hospitals