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Question
A mixture of iron nails, salt, oil and water is provided to you. Give stepwise methods to separate each component from this mixture.
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Solution
A mixture of iron nails, salt, oil and water can be separated by the following steps:
- Hand pick the iron nails or remove by magnet.
- Remove the oil by decantation or separating funnel.
- Evaporate the salt and water solution by evaporation. Water can be condensed back and the salt is left behind.
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