Question

During the separation of kerosene oil
and water, the fraction which
will be collected first from bottom of
separating funnel will be:​

Answer 1

Kerosene oil and water do not mix with each other and form two separate layers. The mixture separates into two layers according to their densities. The heavier liquid (water) forms the lower layer whereas the lighter liquid forms the upper layer (kerosene). Thus, the water is first collected in the beaker.