In case of steam distillation, the steam leaving the liquid is not completely saturated with distillate vapour, because_______________?

A. Temperature is less
B. Total pressure is less
C. Mixing of steam with the material being vaporised is not so intimate as to result in equilibrium
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D. Saturated steam is used for steam distillation

Correct Answer: C. Mixing of steam with the material being vaporised is not so intimate as to result in equilibrium
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Last Updated: February 18, 2019