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M.M. 30
Q1: The method of separating small stones and husk from grains by picking with hands is called __________. (1 Mark)
Q2: The process of beating stalks to separate grains from them is known as __________. (1 Mark)
(i) Winnowing
(ii) Threshing
(iii) Sieving
(iv) Filtration
Q3: Separating heavier grains from lighter husk using wind or blowing air is called __________. (1 Mark)
Q4: The method used to separate bran from wheat flour based on particle size is __________. (1 Mark)
(i) Evaporation
(ii) Sieving
(iii) Decantation
(iv) Churning
Q5: Obtaining salt from seawater by allowing water to evaporate in sunlight is an example of __________. (1 Mark)
Q6: The settling of heavier tea leaves at the bottom of tea before pouring is called __________. (1 Mark)
(i) Filtration
(ii) Sedimentation
(iii) Magnetic separation
(iv) Handpicking
Q7: Separating iron nails from sawdust using a magnet is an example of __________. (1 Mark)
Q8: Explain briefly how threshing helps farmers prepare grains for storage or cooking. (2 Marks)
Q9: Why is winnowing not effective in a closed room without wind? (2 Marks)
Q10: Describe the role of a sieve in preparing wheat flour for cooking. (2 Marks)
Q11: How does decantation differ from filtration? (2 Marks)
Q12: Differentiate between sedimentation and decantation with an example from tea preparation. (2 Marks)
Q13: Describe the method to obtain salt from sea water. (3 Marks)
Q14: Explain how churning is used to separate butter from curd, and why the butter floats on top. (3 Marks)
Q15: Discuss the significance of magnetic separation in recycling waste materials. (3 Marks)
Q16: A mixture contains sand, salt, iron filings, and pebbles. Outline a stepwise procedure to separate all components using methods. (4 Marks)
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