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Is practical to employ fractional distillation methods on a mixture of two metallic elements with low BP - for example Hg and Zn?
And no, I'm not trying to do this.
And no, I'm not trying to do this.
Low temperature distillation of metals is a process in which metals are separated and purified by vaporizing them at a lower temperature than their melting point. This allows for the separation of impurities and the collection of pure metal vapor.
Low temperature distillation of metals has several benefits, including the ability to purify metals with high melting points, the ability to remove impurities that cannot be removed by traditional methods, and the ability to reduce energy consumption during the distillation process.
Low temperature distillation of metals differs from traditional distillation methods in that it operates at a lower temperature, making it more energy efficient. It also allows for the separation of metals with high melting points, which cannot be achieved by traditional methods.
Low temperature distillation can be used to purify a wide range of metals, including gold, silver, copper, lead, and zinc. It is particularly effective for purifying metals with high melting points, such as tungsten and molybdenum.
While low temperature distillation has many advantages, it also has limitations. It is not suitable for all types of metals and may not be cost-effective for smaller scale operations. Additionally, the equipment and infrastructure required for low temperature distillation can be costly.