Flash distillation is suitable for separating the constituents of a binary system, which _____________________?

Correct answer: B. Have very wide boiling points

  • A. Form minimum boiling azeotrope
  • B. Have very wide boiling points
  • C. Have very close boiling points
  • D. Form constant boiling azeotrope

Explanation

Flash distillation provides only limited separation in a single equilibrium stage, so it is most useful when the components have substantially different volatilities and hence widely separated boiling points. Components with close boiling points require more efficient fractionation.

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