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The property which forms the basis of sieving is the difference in


A

size

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colour

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weight

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shape

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Solution

The correct option is A

size


Sieving – The method by which the components of a mixture can be separated from each other based on differences in their sizes with the help of a sieve is called sieving.

For example – Fine wheat flour can be separated from coarse flour with a sieve.

The explanation for the correct answer- (A) Size

The difference in size allows only a particular component to pass through the holes of the sieve.

The explanation for incorrect answers -

(B) Colour - it forms the basis of separation for hand-picking.

(C) Weight - it forms the basis of separation for winnowing.

(D) Shape - it forms the basis of separation for hand-picking.

hence, option (A) is correct. The property which forms the basis of sieving is the difference in size.


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