Separation by Filtration

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Objective

I can explain the process of filtration, including the role of the filter and the filtrate.

Part 1 of 3

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

6 questions

1

Describe the process of filtration in your own words. What is the purpose of filtration?

2

Explain the role of the filter paper in filtration. What property of the filter paper allows it to separate solids from liquids?

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Describe the role of the filter paper in the filtration process. What happens to the solid and the liquid during filtration? Imagine you are using filtration to purify muddy water. Explain what the "filtrate" would be in this scenario and what it would contain. Explain the process of filtration in your own words, including what happens to the insoluble solid and the liquid as they pass through the filter.

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