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Fractional Distillation. Molecular structure changes Molecules DON’T disappear they are rearranged to form a new compound EX. Combustion. Molecular structure remains the same Ex. Evaporation Condensation. Chemical vs Physical Changes. Chemical Changes. Physical Changes.
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Molecular structure changes Molecules DON’T disappear they are rearranged to form a new compound EX. Combustion Molecular structure remains the same Ex. Evaporation Condensation Chemical vs Physical Changes Chemical Changes Physical Changes
Fractional Distillation • Using heat to separate any mixture into its various components
Fractional Distillation of Crude • Separates the mixture of crude oil into various hydrocarbons
How does it work? • Crude oil is pumped in from storage vats.
Crude oil enters furnace and is heated. • Hydrocarbons separate at various temps.
Fractions evaporate/condense at different boiling points based on size of hydrocarbon
Fractions are placed in separate containers and further refined if needed
Why is there a perpetual flame at the top of the distillation tower?
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