Enumerate any two differences between simple distillation and fractional distillation.

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Simple distillationFractional distillation
$(i)$ Used to separate a mixture of two or more miscible liquids for which the difference in boiling point $(b.p.)$ is more than $25^{\circ} C$.$(i)$ Used to separate two or more miscible liquids for which the difference in boiling point $(b.p.)$ is less than $25^{\circ} C$.
$(ii)$ $A$ fractionating column is not used.$(ii)$ $A$ fractionating column is used to provide more surface area for cooling and condensation.

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