What is the process of removal of the topmost liquid layer of a solid-liquid mixture called?

Decantation

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The correct option is A Decantation
Decantation is the process where a liquid can be separated from solid or from other immiscible liquid based on the difference in their densities. Here if the solid-liquid mixture is left undisturbed, the solid settles at the bottom of the container and the liquid can then be decantated out.

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