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simple distillation

Simple distillation is a process used to separate a liquid mixture into its individual components based on boiling points. It involves heating the mixture until the component with the lowest boiling point turns into vapor. This vapor is then collected and cooled in a condenser, turning back into liquid separate from the original mixture. This method is effective when the components have significantly different boiling points and is commonly used to purify liquids or extract specific liquids from mixtures. It's a straightforward technique that relies on the physical differences in boiling points to achieve separation.