Fine suspended particles settle slowly. Which method speeds density separation?
ASublimation of solids
BUsing centrifugation
CFractional distillation
DPaper chromatography
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Using centrifugation
Centrifugation accelerates the separation of suspended material whose density differs from that of the surrounding liquid.
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