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izzy:
Hi!
I have an assignment on separation processes that goes as follows:
"Explain how you would separate a mixture of the following materials: water, alcohol, sand, salt, and iron scraps. Present it in video format."
So far, I've figured out that the scraps can be taken out using a magnet – easy enough! I have also thought of employing decantation to separate the sand from the mixture, but I'm not sure if that'll work with the alcohol and salt mixed in. Having a hard time with all else. Any help?
Also, since I intend to make an animation explaining it, pointers on proper lab equipment used in those processes would be appreciated!
Thanks in advance.
Orcio_87:
Did you heard about the distillation process ? It allows to separate fluids on the basis of their different boiling points (salt will not evaporate during the process).
Decantation will work for water - alcohol - salt - sand mixture.
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