Question

90 How is finely sand separated from larger particles? Explain.

Answer 1

The fine sand is separated from larger particles by Sieving.

• The fine sand with large particles is placed on a sieve made up of a large iron mesh kept in a slanting position.
• The fines and particles pass through the iron mesh and accumulate on the ground, while the huge particles of the sand do not pass through the iron mesh and remain behind.

Final answer: Sieving