Fundamentals of sedimentation

Sedimentation is often used to clarify suspensions. In the process, the solid particles move downwards in a liquid owing to their density.

• experiments in the fundamentals of sedimentation
• 5 transparent tanks with scale for comparison of the settling velocities of solids in various suspensions
• tanks removable for filling, mixing and cleaning
• tanks backlit by fluorescent tubes to aid observation
• 3 measuring cups for preparation of suspensions
• pycnometer to determine the density of the liquids and solids
• stopwatch to record the sedimentation time
• recommended accessories: balance, coagulant