Chemical analysis - (CCEA) Filtration

Most elements are rarely found in their pure form. They are found chemically combined with other elements in compounds. Compounds are often found mixed with other compounds. Mixtures may be separated and analysed.

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Filtration

Filtration is used to separate an insoluble solid from a liquid – sand from water for example.

Image gallerySkip image gallerySlide1 of 3, One beaker contains a mixture of solid and liquid, the other contains a funnel with filter paper, 1. One beaker contains a mixture of solid and liquid. The other contains a funnel with filter paper.