Question

Explain how magnetic separation is useful to us.

Answer 1

Part 1: Magnetic separation –

• The method by which the components of a mixture can be separated using a magnet.
• The separation is based on the difference in magnetic properties of the components.

For example – iron filings are separated from sand with the help of a magnet.

Part 2: Usefulness of magnetic separation –

• It saves energy and time lost during the process of separation.
• It can be used to separate magnetic material from ores.
• It is used to remove magnetic substances from food items.
• It is used to separate metals from other waste at a waste treatment plant.