1. Filtration: This method is used to separate a solid from a liquid. It involves pouring the mixture through a filter, which traps the solid particles while allowing the liquid to pass through. Examples include using a coffee filter to separate coffee grounds from brewed coffee, or using a strainer to separate pasta from water.
2. Evaporation: This method is used to separate a dissolved solid from a liquid. The mixture is heated, causing the liquid to evaporate, leaving the solid behind. Examples include making salt from seawater, or drying clothes after washing.
3. Magnetic Separation: This method is used to separate magnetic materials from non-magnetic materials. A magnet is used to attract the magnetic material, separating it from the rest of the mixture. Examples include separating iron filings from sand, or recycling magnetic materials from scrap metal.
