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The possible error encountered in this distillation process is that the misplaced of
thermometer . This is where the thermometer is placed too high that will lead to low
value for boiling point . And when it is placed too low , the reading will be high . Next
error is that inadequately clamping the apparatus can be dangerous . Over clamping can
be a problem, since it can cause stress in the apparatus . The next error that might
encountered is that the water used in the condenser is not cool enough to make
condensation process to occur .
How to overcome the errors encountered is to be sure that all the mercury in the bulb
is below the sidearm of the still head . Then , make sure that the clamp is just perfectly
clamped as to be not too tight and not too loose . It is especially important to tighten the
nut which keeps the utility clamp from rotating . The next step to overcome the errors
encountered is by using cool water in the condenser so that the vapor can be condensed
and so that the vapor of the volatile compound will not lose to surrounding .