Class 11 Chemistry Organic Chemistry Some Basic Principles and Techniques: NCERT Solutions for Question 28

This page focuses on the detailed Organic Chemistry Some Basic Principles and Techniques question answers for Class 11 Chemistry Organic Chemistry Some Basic Principles and Techniques, addressing the question: 'Explain, why an organic liquid vaporises at a temperature below its boiling point in its steam distillation?'. The solution provides a thorough breakdown of the question, highlighting key concepts and approaches to arrive at the correct answer. This easy-to-understand explanation will help students develop better problem-solving skills, reinforcing their understanding of the chapter and aiding in exam preparation.
Question 28

Explain, why an organic liquid vaporises at a temperature below its boiling point in its steam distillation?

Answer

In steam distillation, the organic liquid starts to boil when the sum of vapour pressure due to the organic liquid (p1) and the vapour pressure due to water (p2) becomes equal to atmospheric pressure (p), i.e. p = p1 + p2. Since p1 < p2, organic liquid will vapourise at a lower temperature than its boiling point.

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