JAMB Chemistry 1984 Question 1

Question 1

Separation of Mixtures

Sodium chloride may be obtained from brine by

  1. A.titration
  2. B.decantation
  3. C.distillation
  4. D.evaporation
  5. E.sublimation
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Answer: D (evaporation)

Explanation

Brine is a solution of sodium chloride in water. Evaporating the water leaves the solid salt behind.