What is vaccum distillation and why is used to vacuum in distillation column?

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Vacuum distillation is a process used in distillation columns to lower the boiling point of substances and separate them based on their volatility.

Vacuum distillation is a type of distillation that operates under reduced pressure.
It is used to separate substances with high boiling points or heat-sensitive compounds.
By lowering the pressure, the boiling point of the substances is reduced, allowing for separation at lower temperatures.
Vacuum distillation is commonly used in the petroleum industry to separate crude oil into different fractions such as gasoline, diesel, and kerosene.
It is also used in the production of pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and essential oils.
Vacuum distillation can improve the purity and quality of the separated substances.

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In this type of distillation, don't reach the boiling point of the solvent it will be receiving the solvent quickly, and reduce the time cycle

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Distillation organic material at lower temp than normal Boiling temp. i.e distillation at reduced pressure

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