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What is decantation?
Think about how you would remove oil from water.
What is sediment?
Find a synonym for 'settled' solid.
What is the purpose of decantation?
It involves pouring off the top liquid.
True or False: Decantation can be used to separate two miscible liquids.
Consider if liquids mix completely.
A liquid mixture contains sand and water. Describe a detailed process for decantation to separate them, considering time and technique.
Remember to allow enough time for the sand to fully settle.
Explain a scenario where decantation would not be effective, and describe an alternative method.
Consider the nature of the liquids involved.
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