Distillation Set-up

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	Begin with a round bottom flask. This is one of the most critical pieces of glassware in the assembly, since it will hold the liquid to be distilled. You don't want it to fall and break because you would (1) lose your compound (2) spill a possible hazardous chemical. Round bottom flasks are part of your drawer equipment. It will be held in place in the set-up with a small three-pronged clamp with holder which is also in your lab drawer. Grab two ring stands from the back shelves. Obtain a ring clamp (in a box on the back shelves) and two ring stands (back shelves). The ring clamp will hold the heat source, either a steam bath or a heating mantle.

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