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What is the purpose of using a water pump or vacuum pump in distillation under reduced pressure?
ChemistryGeneral Organic ChemistryNEET
Options:
  • A To increase the boiling point of the liquid
  • B To decrease the boiling point of the liquid
  • C To keep the pressure constant
  • D To cool the liquid
Solution:
2521 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: To decrease the boiling point of the liquid
A water pump or vacuum pump is used in distillation under reduced pressure to decrease the boiling point of the liquid by reducing the pressure on its surface.

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