Differentiate between
c. Sedimentation and decantation

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Sedimentation Decantation
It is the process by which small insoluble particles settle down under the effect of gravity in a heterogeneous mixture. It is the process by which the liquid is poured out from the settled sedimented insoluble solid in a heterogeneous mixture.
For example Sand sediments in water For example, Muddy water is decanted off from settled mud.

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Sedimentation	Decantation
It is the process by which small insoluble particles settle down under the effect of gravity in a heterogeneous mixture.	It is the process by which the liquid is poured out from the settled sedimented insoluble solid in a heterogeneous mixture.
For example Sand sediments in water	For example, Muddy water is decanted off from settled mud.