How will you separate a mixture of iron filings and powdered carbon?


To separate a mixture of iron filings and powdered carbon by using a magnet.

  • The principle behind the separation of iron filings and powdered carbon is the property of iron to get attracted by magnets.
  • When the magnet is brought close to the mixture, iron filings are attracted by the magnet and get collected on the surface of the magnet.
  • Powdered carbon is left behind as residue.

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Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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