What should be done if particles of precipitate appear in the filtrate?

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Lainey Graham

29 March, 10:20

What should be done if particles of precipitate appear in the filtrate?

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Niko Farley · Answer 1

The instructor should be questioned to see if the filtrate is able to be recycled. This precipitate can contaminate the filtrate, rendering it useless for repeated experiments. If it is able to be recycled, a second pass through the filter might be required to remove the precipitate.