What is the property used to separate two solids from a mixture by the process of winnowing?

Difference is colour

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Attraction by magnet

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Difference in weight

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Difference in size

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The correct option is C Difference in weight
Winnowing is a method in which heavier components of the mixture are separated from the lighter components with the help of wind. This method is used for separating grains from husk after the process of threshing. Therefore, the property of difference in weight is used in order to separate two solids from a mixture.

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