Question

Which type of mixture can be separated using magnetism?

Answer 1

Answer: The correct option is heterogeneous mixture whose components are attracted differently to a magnet.

Explanation: There are two types of mixtures:

1) Homogeneous mixtures: In these mixtures, the particles are uniformly distributed throughout the mixture. These particles cannot be separated.

2) Heterogeneous Mixtures: These are the mixtures where the particles are visible separated and are not-uniformly distributed. These particles can be separated easily.

If magnet is used to separate the components of a mixture, the heterogeneous mixtures will only get separated.

To separate the components by a magnet, the components of a mixture should attract the magnet differently. One component should attract the magnet and another should not. Hence, they can be easily separated.