Friction, gravity, liquid drag (viscous force), buoyancy and centrifugal force are often utilized in the separation of minerals in gravity concentration. Show how two or more of these forces are used to effect separation between heavy and light mineral particles by a concentrator of your choice.

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Friction, gravity, liquid drag (viscous force), buoyancy and centrifugal force are often utilized in the separation of minerals in gravity concentration. Show how two or more of these forces are used to effect separation between heavy and light mineral particles by a concentrator of your choice.

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