Which mixtures would you be able to separate using the method of filtration

Which of the following mixtures would you be able to separate using the method of filtration?

  1. Oil in water
  2. Cornflakes in milk
  3. Salt in water
  4. Sugar in milk

Answer

Filtration method is used for separating insoluble substance from a liquid. But mixture of two liquids such as oil in water cannot be separated by this method.

Also, salt in water and sugar in milk are completely dissolved so, cannot be separated by filtration. So, cornflakes in milk can be separated by filtration.

The correct option is B.