Question

Two mixtures containing mustard oil and water and carbon disulphide and water are poured into separating funnels and kept undisturbed for some time. Two layers separate out according to their densities. Which of the following observations do you think are correct?

• A. (i) and (ii)
• B. (i) and (iii)
• C. (i) and (iv)
• D. (ii) and (iii)

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

(i) and (iv)

Compound with higher density will come down first.
In case of first sample water have higher density so it will come fast while in case of second case, water will have lower density so acquire upper layer.