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Q1: Define winnowing.
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Winnowing is the process of separating heavy components from lighter components with the help of wind.

Q2: Define threshing.
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The term "threshing" refers to the process of removing grains from their stalks. The stalks are beaten to liberate the grain seeds in this process.

Q3: Define decantation.
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: Decantation is the process of taking out clear water into a new container after sedimentation. The water after decantation is clear but it is still not fit for drinking.

Q4: Define condensation.
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Condensation is the process of turning water vapour into liquid.

Q5: Name 5 methods used for separating substances from their mixtures?
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Five methods used for separating substances are:

  • Winnowing
  • Sieving
  • Handpicking
  • Threshing
  • Decantation

Q6: What is sieving?
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Sieving is the process of separating tiny particles from larger particles by the use of holes in a sieve.

Q7: Define sedimentation.
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Sedimentation is the process in which heavier components settle down at the bottom of the container. E.g. Water mixed with mud or sand.

Q8: Define evaporation.
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Evaporation is the process of converting water into water vapour.

Q9: Define saturated solution.
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Saturated solution is a solution in which no more of a substance/solute can be dissolved.

Q10: Give one importance of separating substances from the mixtures.
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It is important to separate substances from mixtures to obtain pure substances differently for various purposes.

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