Steam distillation
Article No: P3031251
Unknown Principle An elegant and simple apparatus for carrying out water vapour distillations: the advantage of this arrangement is that it eliminates the need for a separate vapour generator, making it possible to operate with a single heat source (other set-ups require two). The vapour is generated in the outer chamber and then passes through the inner chamber. Due to the structural arrangement, the inner chamber is heated directly by the vapour generated in the outer chamber. This also eliminates the possibility of overheating the substances being extracted. Benefits No separate steam generator necessary Only one heat source needed Tasks Extract ethereal oils from parts of plants e g. orange peel and cloves using steam distillation. Learning objectives Distillation Steam distillation Etheral oils Flavour