Condistillation

/ˌkɑndɪstɪˈleɪʃən/ noun

Definition

The simultaneous distillation of two or more substances together; the process of distilling materials in combination.

Etymology

From con- (together) plus distillation. Scientific term combining con- with the chemistry process of distillation to describe simultaneous chemical separation.

Kelly Says

Chemists use 'condistillation' when different substances distill at similar temperatures—when you're trying to separate vodka from water and they keep wanting to leave together, you're stuck with co-distillation.

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