SEPARATING MIXTURES [Continuing...]
Distillation: this process is used to separate two liquids or solids with distinct
boiling and melting points that are far apart. The solution is heated
and then vapor from the liquid with the lower boiling point flows
through a tube known as the Leibig Condenser*, and is collected
in a beaker. The remaining substances (with higher boiling points)
remain in their original container. Thus, you have two separated
liquids.
* The Leibig Condenser is a tube that has cold water flowing
through it. It helps speed up condensation.
