Multiple choice

A mixture of n-hexane and n-heptane can be separated through the process of _____________ method.

  1. chromatography

  2. distillation

  3. crystallisation

  4. fractional distillation

  5. centrifugation

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D Correct answer
Explanation

In case the difference in the boiling points of the liquids is less than 25 kelvin temperature, we use the fractional distillation method. A mixture of n-hexane and n-heptane can be separated through the process of fractional distillation.