Question

Gravitational separator works on the principle of __________

(a) Size of particulate

(b) Shape of particulate

(c) Weight of particulate

(d) Color of the particulate

This question was addressed to me during an internship interview.

I'm obligated to ask this question of Mechanical Dust Collectors in portion Steam Power Plant of Energy Engineering

Answer 1

Correct option is (c) Weight of particulate

Best explanation: Gravitational separation is an industrial method of separating two components, either a suspension, or dry granular mixture where separating the components with gravity is sufficiently practical, i.e. the components of the mixture have different specific weights.