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Q · Separation Methods of MixturesMedium · 45s
The method used to separate chalk powder from water is:
TopicSeparation Methods of Mixtures
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Chalk powder is insoluble; settling and filtration work.
Final Answer: Option A — Decantation and filtration