Question

State whether the following statement is True or False. Also, correct the False statement.

Distillation can be used for separation of two liquids even when these have the same boiling point.

Answer 1

The given statement is false.

Correct Statement:

Distillation cannot separate two liquids with the same boiling point. Fractional distillation is needed for liquids with close boiling points (difference >25°C for simple distillation).