Question

Solvent used in extractive distillation

a.

is of low volatility.

b.

forms a low boiling azeotrope.

c.

forms a high boiling azeotrope.

d.

does not alter the relative volatility of the original components.

Answer: (b).forms a low boiling azeotrope.

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