Determination of Boiling Point of Glycerine by Distillation Method (CAT#: STEM-PPA-0150-YJL)

Introduction

Glycerine, a clear, colourless, viscous, sweet-tasting liquid belongs to the alcohol family of organic compounds; molecular formula HOCH2CHOHCH2OH. The boiling points of glycerine (also called glycerin or glycerol) water mixtures are reduced with increased amounts of glycerine.
Glycerol has numerous uses. It is a basic ingredient in the gums and resins used to make many modern protective coatings such as automotive enamels and exterior house paints. Glycerol is a component of mono- and diglyceride emulsifiers, which are used as softening agents in baked goods, plasticizers in shortening, and stabilizers in ice cream.