Question

Name the method used for the separation of wheat grains from husk.

Answer 1

Answer:

Separation of mixtures: The process of separation of different constituents of a mixture using physical methods is known as the separation of mixtures.

The separation of the mixture of wheat grains from husk.

Winnowing:

• Winnowing is the process of separating heavier and lighter components of a mixture by blowing air or using wind.
• People are using this method for separating grain from the husk.
• During this process, the lighter component like husk falls at some distance due to blowing air while the heavier component like grains falls nearer to the blowing machine.
• In this way, both the grains and husk stay separated.

Conclusion:
Therefore, winnowing is the method used for the separation of wheat grains from husk.