Prelab Brief
To separate an insoluble solid (like chalk/sand) from a liquid (water) using the process of filtration.
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Theory
Separate an insoluble solid from a liquid using a filter funnel and paper. To separate an insoluble solid (like chalk/sand) from a liquid (water) using the process of filtration.
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Formula
Principle: To separate an insoluble solid (like chalk/sand) from a liquid (water) using the process of filtration.
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Aim
To separate an insoluble solid (like chalk/sand) from a liquid (water) using the process of filtration.
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Apparatus
- Beaker
- Filter paper
- Glass funnel
- Conical flask
- Glass rod
- Mixture of sand and water
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Procedure
- Fold the filter paper into a cone and place it into the glass funnel.
- Place the funnel over a conical flask.
- Gently pour the mixture of sand and water into the funnel using a glass rod.
- Observe the clear water (filtrate) collecting in the flask.
- Observe the sand particles (residue) remaining on the filter paper.
Pre-Lab Questions
What is the main aim of the Filtration Experiment?
Which principle is demonstrated in the Filtration Experiment?
What apparatus is required for this experiment?
Why is Beaker used in this experiment?
What formula or relationship is verified in this experiment?
What precaution should be followed while performing this experiment?
What conclusion can be drawn from the Filtration Experiment?