Match each mixture to its method

Exercise and reference answers

Matching pairs

1. Left

   Sieving

   Right

   Pebbles mixed into fine sand

2. Left

   Filtration

   Right

   Clay particles floating in water

3. Left

   Magnetic sorting

   Right

   Iron filings mixed into dry sand

4. Left

   Evaporation

   Right

   Salt dissolved in warm water

5. Left

   Distillation

   Right

   Liquids with different boiling points

6. Left

   Chromatography

   Right

   Coloured pigments blended in ink

Instructions

Tap a separation method, then tap the mixture it is built to pull apart.

Explanation