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Which best describes the function of a centrifuge?

to separate the solute from the solvent
to separate the dissolved part of a solution into layers
to separate a mixture by heating it for a long period of time
to separate the undissolved particles of a mixture into layers

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The correct answer is the last answer choice

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The correct answer is the last statement. Centrifugation is to separate the undissolved particles of a mixture into layers. It separates a homogeneous mixture by spinning it at high speeds. The precipitate settles at the bottom while the solution is clear.
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