Methods of Purification

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What is chromatography used for?

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Chromatography is used to separate liquid mixtures for identification.

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What separation method is used to separate a mixture of soil and water?

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Filtration is used to separate a mixture of soil and water.

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What is distillation used for?

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Distillation is used to separate liquid from a solution.

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How can water and ethanol be separated?

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Water and ethanol can be separated by fractional distillation.

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What is the clear liquid that passes through filter paper in filtration called?

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The clear liquid is called filtrate.

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Define filtration.

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Filtration is a method used to separate solids from liquids or gases using a filter.

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What is the principle behind distillation?

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Distillation is based on the differences in boiling points of substances.

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What is the difference between simple distillation and fractional distillation?

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Simple distillation is used for separating liquids with significantly different boiling points, while fractional distillation is used for separating mixtures of liquids with closer boiling points.

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What is the purpose of a filter in filtration?

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The filter is used to trap solid particles while allowing liquid or gas to pass through.

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What is sublimation?

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Sublimation is the process where a solid changes directly into a gas without becoming a liquid.