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Q8. Can a mixture of two liquids be separated by sedimentation and decantation? Explain and provide an example.

Q9. How would you separate a mixture of kidney beans, salt, water and puffed rice? Make a flow chart to show the steps and processes involved.

Q10. Is distilled water good for drinking ? Why or why not? Solve this:

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Distilled water is not good for drinking. Our body is in constant need of electrolytes, which we supply through drinking water. Distilled water has no electrolytes present in it and when we drink it, the electrolytes already present in our body fluids will dissolve in it and will be washed out. This could lead to excessive deficiency of electrolytes in our body.