
Give some examples where hand-picking is used for separation.

Important Questions on Materials - Separating Methods



Can we separate mud from muddy water using a sieve? How small should the pores of the sieve be to do this? Use a cloth as a sieve and try to do this.
Is the water clear after sieving?

Can we separate mud from muddy water using a sieve? How small should the pores of the sieve be to do this? Use a cloth as a sieve and try to do this.
Can you filter mud water with a filter paper?

Can we separate mud from muddy water using a sieve? How small should the pores of the sieve be to do this? Use a cloth as a sieve and try to do this.
After using the filter paper to filter water what do you find.

Can we separate mud from muddy water using a sieve? How small should the pores of the sieve be to do this? Use a cloth as a sieve and try to do this.
What do you see left behind on the paper?

Can we separate mud from muddy water using a sieve? How small should the pores of the sieve be to do this? Use a cloth as a sieve and try to do this.
What is obtained in the beaker?
