Which laboratory process can be used to separate a mixture of two liquids based on the difference in their boiling points?

Regents Chemistry June 2026

9 Which laboratory process can be used to separate a mixture of two liquids based on the difference in their boiling points?

(1) chromatography (3) distillation

(2) crystallization (4) filtration

Solution:

Chromotography separates components of a mixture based on their polarity. Crystallization is a laboratory technique used to purify solids. Distillation is a laboratory technique that is used to separate liquids based on their boiling points. Filtration is used to separate components of a mixture such a sand and water. Choice 3 is the correct answer.

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