Separation of a suspension or slurry into a supernatant clear liquid (free from particles) and a thick sludge containing a high concentration of solid is called
A. Classification
B. Sedimentation
C. Clarification
D. Decantation
Answer: Option B
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A. Classifier
B. Clarifier
C. Sparkler filter
D. Rotary vacuum filter
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A. Agitation
B. Filtration
C. Size enlargement
D. Humidification
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