Separation Techniques and Conductors

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows electricity or heat to flow through it easily.

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What is a mixture?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that are not chemically bonded.

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What is separation technique?

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A separation technique is a method used to separate components of a mixture based on their physical properties.

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What is density?

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Density is the mass of a substance divided by its volume, often used to determine if an object will float or sink in a liquid.

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What is the best method to separate sand from water?

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The best method is to use a filter or strainer.

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What does it mean for a substance to be denser than water?

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It means that the substance has a greater mass per unit volume than water, causing it to sink.

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What is rotation in terms of Earth?

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Rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis, which takes about 24 hours to complete.

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What is the role of physical properties in separation techniques?

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Physical properties like size, shape, and density can be used to separate different components of a mixture.

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What is an example of a conductor?

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Examples of conductors include metals like copper and aluminum.

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What is an example of a mixture?

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An example of a mixture is salad, which contains various ingredients mixed together.