A centrifuge is a device used to separate components of suspensions based on their:

size

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shape

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density

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Solution

The correct option is C density
A centrifuge is a device used to separate suspensions based on density using centrifugal force. When the device spins, the denser particles separate and migrate to the bottom, while the lighter particles move towards the top.
So, option C is correct.

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