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Understanding Distillation: The Misconception of Purity

  • Distillation is an effective method for purifying water by targeting contaminants with different boiling points.
  • The process involves precise conditions during boiling and condensation, ideally removing impurities.
  • Limitations include the inability to eliminate all contaminants, as some do not vaporize, and others may be introduced during distillation.
  • Distillation is particularly efficient at removing metals with low vapor pressure and ionic solids, resulting in a reduction of salts and metals in the distilled water.
  • However, high vapor pressure metals like mercury may still be present in the distilled water.
  • Impurities can also leach from the container, impacting water quality over time.
  • Despite these considerations, distillation remains a valuable purification method, especially when aware of potential impurities from both the distillation process and container.
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