Key terms in separation techniques and classification of matter

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Filtration

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Separates solids from liquids using a filter

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Fractional Distillation

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Separates liquids based on boiling points

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Chromatography

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Separates substances based on their solubility

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Crystallization

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Solids start to form when saturated solution is cooled down

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Decantation

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Separates liquid from solid by pouring off liquid

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Evaporation

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Removes liquid to leave solid residue

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residue

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the solid collected in the filter paper

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Filtrate

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Liquid that passed through the filter paper

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Filtration

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separates insoluble substance from liquid

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Distillation

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separates solvent from a solution