Question

A small amount of a solid is added to water. The observation made after fifteen minutes is shown in the figure. Which of these solids has been probably added to water? A) oil B) sand C) sugar D) wood chips

Answer 1

Answer:

B) sand

Explanation:

A) Oil is a wrong choice because it is a liquid not a solid and also if it is oil, it will float over the water surface as a droplets.

B) Sand is the right choice, because sand is a solid and it does not dissolve in water and stabilizes at the bottom.

C) Sugar is a wrong choice, because small amount of sugar will dissolve in water and be a homogeneous solution and does not appear as a particles.

D) Wood ships is also a wrong choice, even it is a solid and does not dissolve in water, but it will float over the water surface.