Separation of Solids Techniques Quiz
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What is the main purpose of a screening machine?

  • To classify particles based on a chosen parameter
  • To separate particles using a screen media and induce vibration (correct)
  • To dissolve solid substances in a liquid
  • To extract substances using a magnetic force
  • Which process involves extracting substances from a solid by dissolving them in a liquid?

  • Leaching (correct)
  • Magnetic separation
  • Classification of solids
  • Particle classification
  • What is the main difference between wet and dry classifiers?

  • The speed of the classification process
  • The use of liquids or gases as the medium of suspension (correct)
  • The temperature at which they operate
  • The type of particles being classified
  • In the mining industry, what is attracted to a magnet making it useful for extraction?

    <p>Iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of industries utilize particle classification techniques?

    <p>Food processing and pharmaceutical industries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When dry classification uses air as the working medium, what is it often referred to as?

    <p>Air classification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of diffusional separation in chemical processes?

    <p>Separate homogeneous mixtures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technique is best suited for separating particles based on physical differences like size, shape, or density?

    <p>Mechanical separation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a sieve primarily used for in separation techniques?

    <p>Characterizing particle size distribution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which industry would you commonly find mechanical screening being practiced?

    <p>Agriculture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a strainer differ from a sieve in terms of usage?

    <p>Sieves are used for separating solids from liquids, strainers for gases from liquids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which separation technique involves the transfer of material between phases and includes distillation and crystallization?

    <p>Diffusional separation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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