The liquid used for the washing of coal in an industrial coal washery is a mixture of water and ____________________?

Correct answer: B. Sand (40%)

  • A. Carbon tetrachloride
  • B. Sand (40%)
  • C. Mineral oil of high viscosity & specific gravity (1.6)
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Coal washery liquids commonly use water mixed with sand to form a dense medium for separating coal from heavier mineral matter. The stated mixture is therefore water with about 40% sand.

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