
Which factor is usually essential for the filtration?


Important Questions on Methods of Separation in Everyday Life
State with reason(s) whether the give statement is True [T] or False [F].
Salt can be separated from salt solution by keeping it under the Sun.

State with reason(s) whether the given statement is True [T] or False [F].
Handpicking should be used only when the quantity of one component is less.

State with reason(s) whether the given statement is True [T] or False [F].
A mixture of puffed rice and rice grains can be separated by threshing.

State with reason(s) whether the given statement is True [T] or False [F].
A mixture of mustard oil and lemon water can be separated by decantation.

State with reason(s) whether the given statement is True [T] or False [F].
Sieving is used to separate a mixture of rice flour and water.

Match the mixtures in Column I with their method of separation in Column II
Column I: | Column II: |
(i) Gram flour mixed with black gram | (a) Handpicking |
(ii) Chalk powder mixed with water | (b) Magnetic separation |
(iii) Corn mixed with potatoes | (c) Decantation |
(iv) Iron powder mixed with sawdust | (d) Sieving |
(v) Oil mixed with water | (e) Filtration |

In what situations would you use decantation instead of filtration to separate solids from liquids?

Can you relate the presence of nasal hair to any separation process?
