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Find the X and Y from the flash column given below

(a) X-more volatile, Y-less volatile

(b) X-less volatile, Y- more volatile

(c) X-non volatile, Y-less volatile

(d) X-non volatile, Y-more volatile

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The correct option is (a) X-more volatile, Y-less volatile

Easiest explanation: Since the more volatile component has the low vapour pressure it will becomes vapour and comes out in the top.

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