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	~~{{Short description\|A process of separating components of a mixture based on differences in boiling points}}~~		= Distillation =

	'''Distillation''' is a widely used method for separating mixtures based on differences in the conditions required to change the phase of components of the mixture. It is a physical separation process, and it is used in various fields such as chemistry, pharmacology, and environmental science.		[[File:Simple_distillation_apparatus.svg\|thumb\|right\|Simple distillation apparatus]]

	~~==Principles of~~ Distillation==		'''Distillation''' is a process of separating the components or substances from a liquid mixture by using selective boiling and condensation. Distillation may result in essentially complete separation (nearly pure components), or it may be a partial separation that increases the concentration of selected components in the mixture.
	~~Distillation works on the principle~~ of ~~[[boiling point]] differences between~~ the components ~~of a mixture. When~~ a liquid mixture ~~is heated, the component with the lower~~ boiling ~~point vaporizes first. The vapor is then condensed back into a liquid~~ and ~~collected separately~~. ~~This process can~~ be ~~repeated to increase~~ the ~~purity~~ of the ~~separated components~~.

	===~~Simple Distillation~~===		== History ==
	~~[[File:Simple_distillation_apparatus.png\|thumb\|right\|Simple distillation apparatus]]~~
	Simple distillation is used when the boiling points of the components in a mixture are significantly different. It involves a single cycle of vaporization and condensation. The apparatus typically consists of a [[distillation flask]], a [[condenser]], and a [[receiving flask]].

	~~===Fractional Distillation===~~		[[File:Zosimos_distillation_equipment.jpg\|thumb\|left\|Ancient distillation equipment as depicted by Zosimos of Panopolis]]
	[[File:~~Fractional_distillation_apparatus~~.~~png~~\|thumb\|left\|~~Fractional~~ distillation ~~apparatus]]~~
	~~Fractional distillation is used when the boiling points of the components are closer together. It involves the use~~ of ~~a [[fractionating column~~]]~~, which provides a larger surface area for multiple vaporization-condensation cycles. This allows for a more efficient separation of components.~~

	~~===Steam Distillation===~~		The history of distillation dates back to ancient times. The earliest evidence of distillation comes from a distillation apparatus found in the Indus Valley Civilization, dating back to around 3000 BC. The process was further developed by the Greeks and Romans, and later by Arab chemists such as [[Jabir ibn Hayyan]].
	~~Steam~~ distillation ~~is used for temperature-sensitive materials that may decompose at their boiling points~~. ~~In this method~~, ~~steam is introduced into~~ the ~~mixture~~, ~~lowering the boiling points of the components~~ and ~~allowing them to vaporize at lower temperatures~~.

	~~==Applications of Distillation==~~		In the Middle Ages, distillation was used extensively in alchemy. [[File:Hieronymus_Brunschwig_Liber_de_arte_Distillandi_CHF_AQ13x3.jpg\|thumb\|right\|Illustration from Hieronymus Brunschwig's "Liber de arte Distillandi"]]
	~~Distillation is~~ used in ~~various industries and scientific fields~~:

	* In the [[petroleum industry]], fractional distillation is used to separate crude oil into its components, such as gasoline, diesel, and kerosene.		== Principles of Distillation ==
	* In the [[pharmaceutical industry]], distillation is used to purify chemicals and produce high-purity solvents.
	* In the production of ~~[[alcoholic beverages]], distillation is used to concentrate alcohol from fermented mixtures.~~
	* In [[environmental science]], distillation is used to purify water and remove contaminants.

	~~==Advantages and Limitations==~~		Distillation works on the principle of differences in boiling points of substances. When a liquid mixture is heated, the component with the lower boiling point vaporizes first. The vapor is then cooled and condensed into a liquid, which is collected separately.
	Distillation is a ~~versatile and effective separation technique~~, ~~but it has its limitations:~~

	* It is energy-intensive, requiring significant heat input to vaporize the components.		== Types of Distillation ==
	* It may not be suitable for separating components with very similar boiling points without the use of ~~advanced techniques like azeotropic distillation.~~
	* Some components may decompose at high temperatures, limiting the use of distillation for heat-sensitive materials.

	==Related ~~pages~~==		=== Simple Distillation ===
	* [[~~Boiling point~~]]
	* [[~~Fractionating column~~]]		Simple distillation is used to separate liquids with significantly different boiling points. It involves a single cycle of vaporization and condensation.
	* [[~~Condenser (laboratory)~~]]
			=== Fractional Distillation ===

			Fractional distillation is used to separate mixtures of liquids with closer boiling points. It involves multiple cycles of vaporization and condensation, using a fractionating column.

			=== Steam Distillation ===

			Steam distillation is used for temperature-sensitive materials, such as aromatic compounds. It involves passing steam through the mixture to vaporize the components.

			=== Vacuum Distillation ===

			Vacuum distillation is used for substances with very high boiling points. By reducing the pressure, the boiling point of the substance is lowered, allowing distillation at a lower temperature.

			== Apparatus ==

			[[File:My_retort.jpg\|thumb\|left\|A traditional retort used in distillation]]

			The basic apparatus for distillation includes a heat source, a distillation flask, a condenser, and a receiving flask. In more complex setups, additional components such as fractionating columns and vacuum pumps may be used.

			[[File:Distillation_by_Retort.png\|thumb\|right\|Distillation by retort]]

			== Applications ==

			Distillation is widely used in the chemical industry, for the purification of liquids, and in the production of alcoholic beverages. It is also used in the petroleum industry for refining crude oil into its components.

			[[File:UkrainianVodkaStill.jpg\|thumb\|left\|A traditional Ukrainian vodka still]]

			== Modern Distillation Techniques ==

			Modern distillation techniques have evolved to include more efficient methods such as batch distillation and continuous distillation.

			[[File:BatchDistill.svg\|thumb\|right\|Diagram of a batch distillation process]]

			== Related Pages ==

			* [[Fractional distillation]]
			* [[Steam distillation]]
			* [[Vacuum distillation]]
			* [[Alcoholic fermentation]]
	* [[Petroleum refining]]		* [[Petroleum refining]]
	* [[Alcohol distillation]]

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	[[Category:~~Chemical engineering]]~~		[[Category:Distillation]]
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	~~'''Distillation''' is a~~ process of separating ~~the component substances from~~ a ~~liquid~~ mixture ~~by selective evaporation and condensation. Distillation may result~~ in ~~essentially complete separation (nearly pure components), or it may be a partial separation that increases the concentration of selected components of the mixture.~~		{{Short description\|A process of separating components of a mixture based on differences in boiling points}}

	~~== History ==~~		'''Distillation''' is a widely used method for separating mixtures based on differences in the conditions required to change the phase of components of the mixture. It is a physical separation process, and it is used in various fields such as chemistry, pharmacology, and environmental science.

	~~The concept~~ of ~~distillation has been around since ancient times and~~ is ~~thought to have been~~ first ~~used by the ancient Egyptians~~. The process ~~was later refined by~~ the ~~Greeks and Romans and has been used throughout history for a variety~~ of ~~purposes, from making perfumes to producing alcohol~~.		==Principles of Distillation==
			Distillation works on the principle of [[boiling point]] differences between the components of a mixture. When a liquid mixture is heated, the component with the lower boiling point vaporizes first. The vapor is then condensed back into a liquid and collected separately. This process can be repeated to increase the purity of the separated components.

	== ~~Process~~ ==		===Simple Distillation===
			[[File:Simple_distillation_apparatus.png\|thumb\|right\|Simple distillation apparatus]]
			Simple distillation is used when the boiling points of the components in a mixture are significantly different. It involves a single cycle of vaporization and condensation. The apparatus typically consists of a [[distillation flask]], a [[condenser]], and a [[receiving flask]].

	~~The process~~ of ~~distillation~~ involves ~~heating~~ a ~~liquid until it vaporizes~~, ~~then cooling the vapor until it condenses back into~~ a ~~liquid~~. ~~The condensed liquid is collected in~~ a ~~separate container. This process can be repeated multiple times to increase the purity~~ of ~~the desired component~~.		===Fractional Distillation===
			[[File:Fractional_distillation_apparatus.png\|thumb\|left\|Fractional distillation apparatus]]
			Fractional distillation is used when the boiling points of the components are closer together. It involves the use of a [[fractionating column]], which provides a larger surface area for multiple vaporization-condensation cycles. This allows for a more efficient separation of components.

	== ~~Types of~~ Distillation ==		===Steam Distillation===
			Steam distillation is used for temperature-sensitive materials that may decompose at their boiling points. In this method, steam is introduced into the mixture, lowering the boiling points of the components and allowing them to vaporize at lower temperatures.

	~~There are several types~~ of ~~distillation, including~~:		==Applications of Distillation==
			Distillation is used in various industries and scientific fields:

	* [[~~Simple distillation~~]]~~: This~~ is used ~~when the boiling points of two liquids are significantly different from each other or~~ to separate ~~liquids from solids or nonvolatile~~ components.		* In the [[petroleum industry]], fractional distillation is used to separate crude oil into its components, such as gasoline, diesel, and kerosene.
	* [[~~Fractional distillation~~]]~~: This~~ is used ~~when the boiling points of the components are close~~ to ~~each other~~. ~~It involves~~ the ~~use~~ of ~~a fractionating column.~~		* In the [[pharmaceutical industry]], distillation is used to purify chemicals and produce high-purity solvents.
	* [[~~Steam distillation~~]]~~: This~~ is used ~~for substances that are heat sensitive. The substance is mixed with water and heated, the steam carries the volatile substances~~ to ~~a condenser where they are separated~~.		* In the production of [[alcoholic beverages]], distillation is used to concentrate alcohol from fermented mixtures.
	* [[~~Vacuum distillation~~]]~~: This~~ is used ~~for substances that have high boiling points. Lowering the pressure lowers the boiling points of the substances, allowing them~~ to ~~be distilled at lower temperatures~~.		* In [[environmental science]], distillation is used to purify water and remove contaminants.

	== ~~Applications~~ ==		==Advantages and Limitations==
			Distillation is a versatile and effective separation technique, but it has its limitations:

	~~Distillation has many applications~~, ~~including:~~		* It is energy-intensive, requiring significant heat input to vaporize the components.
			* It may not be suitable for separating components with very similar boiling points without the use of advanced techniques like azeotropic distillation.
			* Some components may decompose at high temperatures, limiting the use of distillation for heat-sensitive materials.

	* ~~In the~~ [[~~petroleum industry~~]]~~, where it is used in the refining of crude oil into its components, including gasoline, lubricating oils, and waxes.~~		==Related pages==
	* ~~In the~~ [[~~chemical industry~~]]~~, where it is used in the production of solvents, chemicals, and other products.~~		* [[Boiling point]]
	* ~~In the~~ [[~~food and beverage industry~~]]~~, where it is used in the production of alcoholic beverages, vinegar, and purified water.~~		* [[Fractionating column]]
	* ~~In the~~ [[~~pharmaceutical industry~~]]~~, where it is used in the production of medicines and other products.~~		* [[Condenser (laboratory)]]
			* [[Petroleum refining]]
			* [[Alcohol distillation]]

	~~== See Also ==~~

	* [[Evaporation]]
	* [[Condensation]]
	* [[Separation process]]

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	~~File:Hieronymus_Brunschwig_Liber_de_arte_Distillandi_CHF_AQ13x3.jpg\|Distillation~~
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	~~File:Distillation_by_Retort.png\|Distillation~~
	~~File:UkrainianVodkaStill.jpg\|Distillation~~
	~~File:Dorf_Lore_-_Schnaps-Destillation.jpg\|Distillation~~
	~~File:BatchDistill.svg\|Distillation~~
	~~File:Simple_distillation_apparatus.svg\|Distillation~~
	~~File:Vacuum_distillation_of_DMSO_at_70C.jpg\|Distillation~~
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'''Distillation''' is a process of separating the component substances from a liquid mixture by selective evaporation and condensation. Distillation may result in essentially complete separation (nearly pure components), or it may be a partial separation that increases the concentration of selected components of the mixture.

== History ==

The concept of distillation has been around since ancient times and is thought to have been first used by the ancient Egyptians. The process was later refined by the Greeks and Romans and has been used throughout history for a variety of purposes, from making perfumes to producing alcohol.

== Process ==

The process of distillation involves heating a liquid until it vaporizes, then cooling the vapor until it condenses back into a liquid. The condensed liquid is collected in a separate container. This process can be repeated multiple times to increase the purity of the desired component.

== Types of Distillation ==

There are several types of distillation, including:

* [[Simple distillation]]: This is used when the boiling points of two liquids are significantly different from each other or to separate liquids from solids or nonvolatile components.
* [[Fractional distillation]]: This is used when the boiling points of the components are close to each other. It involves the use of a fractionating column.
* [[Steam distillation]]: This is used for substances that are heat sensitive. The substance is mixed with water and heated, the steam carries the volatile substances to a condenser where they are separated.
* [[Vacuum distillation]]: This is used for substances that have high boiling points. Lowering the pressure lowers the boiling points of the substances, allowing them to be distilled at lower temperatures.

== Applications ==

Distillation has many applications, including:

* In the [[petroleum industry]], where it is used in the refining of crude oil into its components, including gasoline, lubricating oils, and waxes.
* In the [[chemical industry]], where it is used in the production of solvents, chemicals, and other products.
* In the [[food and beverage industry]], where it is used in the production of alcoholic beverages, vinegar, and purified water.
* In the [[pharmaceutical industry]], where it is used in the production of medicines and other products.

== See Also ==

* [[Evaporation]]
* [[Condensation]]
* [[Separation process]]

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[[Category:Separation processes]]
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			File:Hieronymus_Brunschwig_Liber_de_arte_Distillandi_CHF_AQ13x3.jpg\|Distillation
			File:My_retort.jpg\|Distillation
			File:Distillation_by_Retort.png\|Distillation
			File:UkrainianVodkaStill.jpg\|Distillation
			File:Dorf_Lore_-_Schnaps-Destillation.jpg\|Distillation
			File:BatchDistill.svg\|Distillation
			File:Simple_distillation_apparatus.svg\|Distillation
			File:Vacuum_distillation_of_DMSO_at_70C.jpg\|Distillation
			File:Perkin_triangle_distillation_apparatus.svg\|Distillation
			File:Short_path_distillation_apparatus.svg\|Distillation
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