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Discover various ways to separate mixtures based on their physical properties. Learn about sifting, magnetic attraction, filtration, and evaporation as effective techniques for isolating different components. Explore examples and understand how to select the best method for specific mixtures.
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Which Method? • There are several ways to separate mixtures. • The physical properties of the mixture will determine which separation method is the best one to use.
Sifting • Sifting involves using a sieve or a sifter as a way to separate solids of varying sizes. • Examples include: rocks, gravel, and sand. • Think of another example of a mixture that can be separated by sifting.
Magnetic Attraction • Magnets are used to separate magnetic materials such as iron, steel, nickel or cobalt from non-magnetic materials in a mixture. • Examples include: separating iron filings from sand. • Think of another example of a mixture that can be separated by using a magnet.
Filtration • Filtration removes solids from liquids by using a filter. • Example: a mixture of sand and water • Think of another example of a mixture that can be separated by using a filter.
Evaporation • Evaporation involves heating a solution until the liquids turn to gases and leave the solids behind. • Example: boiling a solution of water and salt until all that is left are the salt crystals.
Which Method? • You have been given a mixture of sand, salt, and water. Which method or methods will you use to separate this mixture? Why? + +