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In the fractional distillation of a mixed solution of ethanol and distilled water, the actual boiling point of ethanol i

Posted: Wed Dec 15, 2021 11:02 am
by answerhappygod
In the fractional distillation of a mixed solution of ethanol and distilled water, the actual boiling point of ethanol is 78.37°C, whereas the actual temperature when the ethanol is condensed through a cooler is higher than this. (1) What is the term that refers to this phenomenon, and (2) Describe the cause of this phenomenon