Why must a solid drying agent be removed from a solution before the solution is distilled?

Name: Why must a solid drying agent be removed from a solution before the solution is distilled?
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The Answer is The heat required for distillation will cause the hydrated crystals to dehydrate and recontami- nate the distilled sample with water.

Why Must a Solid Drying Agent Be Removed from a Solution