On what principle are the following methods of separation based? Give one example of a mixture for each of the methods mentioned in which they are used.
Solvent extraction method
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Solution
Solvent extraction method is based on the principle of preferential solubility of the solid component in a solvent.
Example :
A mixture of sand and salt can be separated by this method.
Salt gets dissolved in water forming a solution while sand settles down in the container.
The salt solution is then decanted, and salt is separated from the solution by evaporation.