Separation by Crystallization
Crystallization is a separation method in which pure solid crystals are obtained from a solution by concentrating it and then cooling it.
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Teacher explanation
Crystallization is useful when a soluble solid contains impurities or when the solid has to be recovered in a purer form. The solution is heated to become concentrated, filtered if needed, and then cooled so crystals separate out.
Example
Impure copper sulphate can be purified by dissolving it in water, filtering insoluble impurities, concentrating the solution, and cooling it to form crystals.
Simple analogy
Crystals need concentration plus cooling, not careless drying.
Common confusion
Students sometimes choose evaporation instead of crystallization even when the solid may decompose or impurities may remain mixed.
Exam tip
Choose crystallization when the question asks for a purer soluble solid from its solution.
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