Question

I have a mixture of iron filings, sand and salt. Using the components physical and chemical properties, how can I isolate (separate) each component? List out in steps.

Answer 1

Explanation:

1. Use a magnet to remove the iron filings
2. Add water to the salt and sand mixture to dissolve the salt
3. Pass the salt and sand mixture through a filter
4. Allow the liquid from the sand, salt mixture that you got through the filtration to evaporate leaving the salt