Distillation is a method of purification that removes: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Distillation is a method of purification that removes:
A. Suspended solids
B. Only color
C. Dissolved gases and volatile impurities
D. All microorganisms
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Distillation involves boiling and condensation, separating non-volatile impurities (salts) and some volatile impurities. It can also kill microorganisms but boiling already does; distillation purifies further.

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