Fractionating column

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A fractionating column is a piece of glassware used in distillation that allows compounds with close boiling points to be separated. Most commonly used is either a vigreux column or a straight column packed with glass beads. Usually the column is insulated to prevent heat loss.

See also: fractional distillation, reflux condenser

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