______ is a process in which impure water is boiled and the steam is collected and condensed in a separate container, leaving many of the solid contaminants behind.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Distillation
Distillation is a process that involves the conversion of a liquid into vapour that is subsequently condensed back to liquid state. It is exemplified at its simplest when steam from a kettle becomes deposited as drops of distilled water on a cold surface.