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purpose of anti bumping granules

hi there, I am looking at a reflux apparatus diagram for making a kentone from a secondary alcohol and in the bottom of the round bottom flask there are 'anti bumping granules'.

What is the exact purpose of these?

thanks
Original post by upthegunners
hi there, I am looking at a reflux apparatus diagram for making a kentone from a secondary alcohol and in the bottom of the round bottom flask there are 'anti bumping granules'.

What is the exact purpose of these?

thanks


They stop bumping, which the sudden appearance of vapour bubbles in the hot liquid causing upwards splashing. The anti-bumping granules act as a focus for the formation of vapour allowing smooth boiling ...
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Original post by charco
They stop bumping, which the sudden appearance of vapour bubbles in the hot liquid causing upwards splashing. The anti-bumping granules act as a focus for the formation of vapour allowing smooth boiling ...


Appreciate your help

thanks

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