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What is the purpose of a fractionating column in fractional distillation?

Options

  1. ATo make the distillation process slower
  2. BTo make the distillation process faster
  3. CTo provide surfaces for heat exchange between vapors and condensed liquid
  4. DTo absorb impurities

Correct answer

C. To provide surfaces for heat exchange between vapors and condensed liquid

Step-by-step solution

A fractionating column in fractional distillation provides surfaces for heat exchange between ascending vapors and descending condensed liquid, helping in separation.

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