Virtual Lab on Fractional Distillation: The Process of Separating a Liquid Mixture into its Component Fractions

Discover the art of segregating a blend of liquids into their pure constituents via the technique of fractional distillation. Team up with our laboratory assistant, Dr. One, to grasp the operation of a fractionating column and establish an effective distillation process!

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Learning Objectives

At the end of this simulation, you will be able to:

Elucidate the fundamental principles and step-by-step process for separating hydrocarbon mixtures through fractional distillation.
Apply the Lever rule to ascertain the suitable procedural parameters for separating a specific mixture.
Utilize the necessary equipment to conduct a fractional distillation operation.

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