Separating liquids
I can describe how a mixture of two liquids can be separated from each other.
Separating liquids
I can describe how a mixture of two liquids can be separated from each other.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Immiscible liquids do not mix and if allowed to settle, one will float above the other.
- Immiscible liquids can be separated by decanting or using a separating funnel.
- If left, miscible liquids do not separate into layers.
- The boiling points of liquids can be used to separate miscible liquids by changing states.
Keywords
Density - Density is a measurement of mass per unit volume; how tightly packed a substance's particles are in a particular space.
Boiling point - The boiling point of a substance is the temperature at which it changes from a liquid state to a gas state.
Immiscible - Liquids that are not soluble in another liquid are described as immiscible in that liquid.
Miscible - Liquids that dissolve in another liquid are described as miscible in that liquid.
Decanting - Decanting is a process of pouring off the top layer in a mixture of immiscible liquids, or a liquid and insoluble solid.
Common misconception
If a substance cannot be seen, it has disappeared and is no longer present.
Remind pupils of work regarding evaporation and use particle models to describe / explain what a solution of two liquids is like.
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - equipment
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
Exit quiz
6 Questions
Measurement of mass per unit volume.
Liquids that are not soluble in another liquid.
Liquids that dissolve in another liquid.
Process of pouring off the top layer in a mixture of liquids
A mixture comprised of a solute dissolved in a solvent.