Which of the following can be separated from water by straining it using a cloth?

Oil

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Salt

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Chalk powder

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Milk

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Solution

The correct option is C Chalk powder
Some substance dissolve in water while some do not. Chalk powder does not dissolve in water. Hence, it can be separated from water by straining it using a cloth.
Salt and milk dissolve in water. Oil floats as a layer on the surface of water.

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