Separation Techniques Quiz

Which separation technique relies on the differences in volatility (boiling points) of substances?

• Evaporation

• Filtration

• Chromtogrphy

• Sedimentation

Which separation technique is used to separate solid particles from a liquid based on differences in particle size?

• Evaporation

• Filtration

• Distillation

• Sedimentation

Which separation technique involves heating a mixture and separating components based on differences in boiling points?

• Decantation

• Filtration

• Distillation

• Sedimentation

Which separation technique separates particles in a mixture based on differences in density?

• Evaporation

• Filtration

• Distillation

• Sedimentation

Immiscible means that the substances will not mix togeher (e.g. oil and water).

• True

• False

Which separation technique involves allowing a solution to cool and form crystals?

• Evaporation

• Filtration

• Crystallization

• Sedimentation

Which separation technique is used to separate particles of different sizes?

• Evaporation

• Distillation

• Sieving

• Sedimentation

Which separation technique relies on differences in solubility or charge of the substance?

• Evaporation

• Filtration

• Chromatography

• Sedimentation

Which separation technique involves spinning a mixture at high speeds to separate denser or larger particles?

• Evaporation

• Filtration

• Centrifuging

• Sedimentation

Which separation technique is used for liquids with different densities or immiscible liquids?

• Evaporation

• Filtration

• Separating Funnel

• Sedimentation