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Why do immiscible liquids form two separate layers in a separating funnel?

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Why do immiscible liquids form two separate layers in a separating funnel?

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Liquids that are immiscible do not combine. Typically, their densities differ. Higher-density liquids sink at the bottom, whereas lower-density liquids float on top. As a result, they create two distinct levels in a separating funnel.

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Chapter 5: Exploring Mixtures and their Separation - Intext Questions [Page 84]

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NCERT Science Exploration [English] Class 9
Chapter 5 Exploring Mixtures and their Separation
Intext Questions | Q 7. | Page 84
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