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Q · Separation Methods of MixturesMedium · 45s
For which of the following would you use filtration? 1. Sand and water 2. Oil and water 3. Tea leaves from tea Select the correct answer:
TopicSeparation Methods of Mixtures
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Filtration separates insoluble solids from liquids.
Final Answer: Option C — 1 and 3 only