Question

Which separation techniques will you use to separate the following mixtures,state why
1. Kerosine and water
2. Alcohol and water
3. Iron from sulphur powder
4. Salt and water
5. Cassava flakes and water.

Answer 1

Answer:

1) Kerosine and water - seperating funnel

2) Alcohol and water - fractional distillation

3) Iron from sulphur powder - magnet

4) salt and water - distillation

5) Cassava flakes and water - sedimentation