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Why does water run through a distillation condenser against gravity?

April 26, 2017condenser distillation gravity run water

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Why does water run through a distillation condenser against gravity?

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Capillary action. When water is in a narrow area or in a porous substance, surface tension pulls the water from areas of high density to areas of low density. Imagine putting a dry sponge in a puddle of water. Like that.