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The best way to separate a mixture of sand and iron filings is by the method of:

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filtration
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sedimentation
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magnetic separation
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using a compass
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Solution

The correct option is C magnetic separation

The magnetic separation is a process in which magnetically susceptible material is extracted from a mixture using magnetic force. This is best way to separate the mixture of sand and iron fillings as iron is attracted by magnet.


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