2. What is the purpose of processing a substance with a mortar and pestle?
A) Increase the surface area of a substance.
B) Measures the mass of a substance.
C) Breaks substances in half.
D) Makes measurements more precise.
The use of mortar and pestle is to grind, mesh or crush various ingredients. One of the key applications and use of mortar and pestle is to transform ingredients into fine powder and paste.