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Vacuum distillation is commonly used for ___________________. a. liquids that ha

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Vacuum distillation is commonly used for ___________________. a. liquids that have low boiling points b. liquids that have high boiling points and or are heat sensitive c. liquids that are highly volatile d. all organic liquids Vacuum distillation is commonly used for ___________________. liquids that have low boiling points liquids that have high boiling points and or are heat sensitive liquids that are highly volatile all organic liquids a. liquids that have low boiling points b. liquids that have high boiling points and or are heat sensitive c. liquids that are highly volatile d. all organic liquids

Explanation / Answer


The answer is: b. liquids that have high boiling points and or are heat sensitive


By using a vacuum, the boiling point of a liquid can be lowered

=> distillation can be carried out at lower temperatures where compounds are less likely to decompose

=> useful for liquids with high boiling points/are heat sensitive