Question

Which of the following equipment is essential in a simple distillation setup?

• A. Separating funnel
• B. Condenser
• C. Chromatography column
• D. Bunsen burner only

Hint:

A condenser is crucial in distillation as it allows vapors to cool and condense back into liquid form for collection.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

In a simple distillation process, the goal is to separate components of a liquid mixture based on differences in their boiling points. This process involves heating the liquid mixture to boil off the more volatile component, which is then condensed and collected.
An essential part of this process is the condenser, which cools the vapor back into liquid form so it can be collected in a separate container.
- The separating funnel is used for liquid-liquid extraction, not for distillation.
- The chromatography column is used in chromatography techniques, which are different separation methods.
- A Bunsen burner can be used for heating, but on its own, it is not sufficient for distillation and thus not a core component of the setup.
Therefore, among the options given, the condenser is the most essential equipment specific to the distillation process.