The separation of two liquids with a boiling point difference of less than 25 K is best achieved by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The separation of two liquids with a boiling point difference of less than 25 K is best achieved by:
A. Steam distillation
B. Vacuum distillation
C. Simple distillation
D. Fractional distillation
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Fractional distillation is specifically designed to separate miscible liquids whose boiling points differ by less than 25 K. It uses a fractionating column which provides surfaces for repeated evaporation and condensation, enriching the vapor with the more volatile component before it reaches the condenser.

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