In a test tube, equal parts of water (colored blue) and oil (colored yellow) are added. When allowed to settle. The blue sits on top of the yellow. What does this mean?
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Step 1: Recognize that water and oil are immiscible liquids, meaning they do not mix and will separate into layers when combined. Show more…
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