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KWBAT Explain the methods used to separate mixtures

Do Now. Access illuminate and complete the Compounds, Element, and Mixtures II Assessment

Today you will work through the guided activities.

STEP 1: Access CK12.org and read how the Separating Mixtures Article. Take Cornell notes on the methods of separation. You may watch the video as well. Answer the key points questions below

1. Why is it important to separate material from a mixture?

2. What is chromatography?

3. What is distillation

4. What is filtration?

5. What is evaporation?

6. What technique would you use to separate sand from water? There are two possibilities.

7. What technique would you use to separate alcohol from water?

STEP 2: Access the Virtual Lab Station to read about additional methods of separating mixtures and how they work. Complete the Separating Mixtures worksheet