Question

Give one word or a phrase for each of the following.

The process of transferring the supernatant liquid without disturbing the sediments.

Answer 1

• The supernatant is the clear liquid formed as a top layer over the sediments.
• The shifting of this supernatant from the container without disturbing the sediments is called decantation.

Therefore, the process of transferring the supernatant liquid without disturbing the sediments is called decantation.