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Explain the separation of charocoal from sulphur.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Mixture**: We start with a mixture of charcoal and sulfur. Charcoal is a solid black material made from carbon, while sulfur is a yellow solid that has different physical and chemical properties. 2. **Choosing a Solvent**: To separate the two substances, we can use a solvent called Carbon Disulfide (CS2). This solvent is chosen because it has the ability to dissolve sulfur but not charcoal. 3. **Dissolving Sulfur**: When we add Carbon Disulfide to the mixture, sulfur will dissolve in it, forming a solution. However, charcoal will not dissolve and will remain as solid particles. ...
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