How oil can be separated from water?

Answer 1

That is something companies have spent millions on to accomplish and there is no real way to totally separate water and oil. That is why it is very important to not dump oil on the ground or in water. Some oil can be filtered with a special filter, sometimes it will stick to plants, and many times it sticks to animals. This causes ecosystem damage and the oil is stuck in the environment for many years.

Answer 2

Oil and water can be separated using different methods such as gravity separation, skimming, centrifugation, or using oil/water separators. These methods take advantage of the different densities and properties of oil and water to separate them efficiently. It is important to use appropriate equipment and techniques to prevent environmental pollution and ensure proper disposal of the separated oil.

Answer 3

Firstly, Oil cannot be separated, and thus is "immiscible" And secondly, Water is denser than oil, so the oil floats above water.

It would be the separation of density.