Camphor is derived from camphor laurel trees through a process of steam distillation, purification, and sublimation. This aromatic substance, used in religious rituals, cosmetics, and medicine, undergoes careful extraction to ensure purity and efficacy in its diverse applications.
Here’s a concise explanation of the process of making camphor in 9 points:
1. Source Material:
Camphor is derived from the wood and bark of camphor laurel trees (Cinnamomum camphora).
2. Extraction:
The wood from the root and stump of camphor laurel trees is chipped or ground to prepare for extraction.
3. Distillation:
The chipped wood undergoes steam distillation, where hot steam is passed through the wood to extract camphor oil.
4. Separation:
After distillation, the crude camphor oil is separated from the aqueous distillation liquid.
5. Purification:
The crude camphor oil undergoes purification. This can involve treatment with chemicals like sodium hydroxide to remove impurities.
6. Crystallization:
The purified camphor oil is cooled down to induce crystallization. This process separates solid camphor crystals from the liquid portion.
7. Collection:
The crystallized camphor is collected and further processed to remove any remaining impurities.
8. Sublimation:
The refined camphor crystals are subjected to sublimation. This involves heating the crystals to vaporize them without melting. The vapor is then cooled to form solid camphor again.
9. Final Form:
The solid camphor obtained from sublimation can be molded into various forms such as tablets, blocks, or powders, depending on its intended use in religious rituals, cosmetics, or medicinal applications.
The process ensures that camphor is produced in a purified form suitable for its various applications, including as a fragrance, insect repellent, and in traditional medicine.
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