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Absolute alcohol cannot be obtained by simple fractional distillation because

A

pure `C_(2)H_(5)OH` is unstable

B

`C_(2)H_(5)OH` forms hydrogen bonds with water

C

boiling point of `C_(2)H_(5)OH` is very close to that of water

D

constant boiling azeotropic mixture is formed with water

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The components of an azeotropic mixture are separated by special method, i.e., azeotropic distillation. The simple fraction which distils at 337.8 K is a ternary azeotrope consisting of water, some alcohol and benzene.
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