Distillation: Fundamentals and Principles (by Henri J. W. W. M. J. H. van de Waal)

"Distillation: Fundamentals and Principles" by Henri J. W. W. M. J. H. van de Waal explains how distillation separates liquids based on their boiling points. When a mixture is heated, the component with the lowest boiling point turns into vapor first. This vapor is then cooled and condensed back into a liquid, removing it from the mixture. The process relies on differences in volatility of the substances involved. Distillation is widely used in industries like refining petroleum, producing spirits, and purifying chemicals, allowing for efficient separation and purification of complex mixtures while understanding the underlying thermodynamic principles.