Simple Distillation

We just learned two separation techniques, so let's learn one more! Distillation separates compounds by virtue of their differing boiling points. If two liquids are miscible, we can't perform extraction, but if they have very different boiling points, we can heat the mixture to a temperature above the boiling point of one but below the boiling point of the other, and only the compound with the lower boiling point will vaporize. This vapor can move through a condenser where it will condense, and the distillate can be collected in a receiving flask. Separation complete! There are some subtle details to be aware of, so check this out.

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[ZZMonkeysUncleZZ]

I tend to have real difficulty picturing what I’m supposed to be doing, and what the desired end result of a lab experiment is when I’m just reading it out of a lab manual. There have been times when I’ve read through the procedure three or four times over, and I still can’t get my head around it. Being able to see what goes on is so helpful for me.

[priyanshsuthar]

Thank you professor Dave for bringing this experiment series. Not everyone has easy access to experimental apparatus which makes experimental chemistry far fetched. But your playlist is helping a lot with that problem.

[ziploc]

I haven't done chemistry like this since finishing A-Levels. Simple, logical, repeatable. Wish I did more.

[oofman]

I LOVE DISTILLATION AND EVAPORATING LIQUIDS TO CONDENSE THEM AND MAKE THE LIQUIDS PURE

[indigofenrir]

Matter is anything that occupies space and has mass.

[lighningx]

every time i watch one of these videos, i'm just in awe of the processes and try to picture how people were able to figure these things out. this is just 1 small process, to acheive a single result that is itself only 1 step in a much larger process. what do all flat earth and intelligent design people think it's just a ridiculously complicated process to conceal the fact that the earth is 1000 years old and flat

[ChemEasy_Eko]

I am compelled to express my profound admiration for your exceptional pedagogical skills. Your ability to distill and simplify concept is very commendable. As a holder of a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial chemistry, with a deep-seated passion, I will consider it a remarkable opportunity to be mentored by someone of your caliber. Thanks for all your Videos

[Thaumius]

I would like to add a few things: first, never do a closed system distillation, as the vapors can build pressure and cause an explosion. It is best do to a distillation in a fume hood, to prevent injuries from occuring.

[Leutele]

This is very beneficial because it is hard to visualize the experiment by reading the lab manual. So then you feel lost when its lab day but this helps me prepare. Thank you for posting.

[wijithabandara]

Thank you proffeser dave
This channel is one of my favourites

[tamarasears]

Thank you, professor Dave! You are a great chemistry teacher!

[Adam-cnib]

Professor can you devote your time into making a playlist for logic, set theory and proofs? Superb explanations thx

[Gandhi_Physique]

Slightly more complex than I thought, but interesting. The condenser must be why people get wet cloth when trying to distill in suboptimal conditions i.e. survival/survival education

[leentube]

how do teachers expect us to imagine this in our heads lol, this video made me actually understand what was happening

[JamesVestal-dzqm]

Lab technique is just like handwriting if you are anxious or ocd you don't do your experimental well. All true statements about me.

[heliosdelsol]

Ahh taking me back to my organic chem 101 days! 😏

[Life_moreabundantly]

Thank You. Dipping My Toe In. Happy Just Learning! Thanks!

[saikrishnasurajbavirisetty]

Please do steam distillation and fractional distillation sir, so many are having doubts in those concepts in understanding

[martinarenzi]

Thank you Professor Dave!
Could you please make a video on distillation of an essential oil? In this case we should use fractional distillation?

[dionysioschris]

Hi Dave, great video, as always, how do you disinfect the glass vessel / plastic tubes after each use to remove any remnants that may have stuck on the surface?
Thanks