Question
Given a mixture of lead (II) oxide, ammonium chloride and sodium chloride, describe how this mixture can be separated to obtain a sample of each.
Answer
- Heat the mixture Ammonium chloride sublimes and is collected on the cooler parts. Add water to the remaining mixture, stir and filter. Lead (ii) Oxide remains as residue. Evaporate the filtrate to dryness to obtain sodium chloride