In which case can we use magnetic separation?

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Magnetic separation is the process used in separating magnetic substances from non-magnetic ones.
This method is suitable only when one of the components is magnetic.
For example, a mixture of iron filings and sulphur can be separated by using a magnet, as iron filings are easily attracted by a magnet.

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