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CHM 102 Isolation and Purification of Organic Compounds Objective Question
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Question

Which technique would be best for isolating a heat-sensitive natural product from plant material?
Options
A Simple distillation
B Fractional distillation
C Steam distillation
Correct Answer
D Evaporation at high temperature
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Steam distillation allows volatile compounds to be distilled at temperatures below their normal boiling points, making it suitable for heat-sensitive natural products like essential oils.

Hint

Lower temperature distillation with water vapor.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Isolation and Purification of Organic Compounds
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 517 of 1999
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