JAMB Chemistry 2001 Question 17

Question 17

Separation of Mixtures

Pure solvents are obtained by

  1. A.distillation
  2. B.condensation
  3. C.extraction
  4. D.evaporation
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Answer: A (distillation)

Explanation

Distillation boils off the solvent and condenses it separately, leaving the dissolved solids behind, so the solvent is collected pure.