How would you separate nails from flour?

To separate nails from flour, you can follow these steps:

1. Spread out the mixture on a flat surface: Pour the mixture containing nails and flour onto a large, flat surface, such as a table or a baking tray.

2. Use a magnet: Run a strong magnet over the surface to attract the nails. The magnet will pick up the nails while leaving the flour untouched.

3. Collect the nails: Move the magnet over the mixture, ensuring it passes over all areas to collect as many nails as possible. As the magnet collects the nails, they will be pulled towards it, away from the flour.

4. Continue until most nails are collected: Continue moving the magnet over the mixture until you have collected the majority of the nails.

5. Check visually and remove remaining nails: After using the magnet, visually inspect the remaining flour to ensure there are no nails left. If you notice any nails that the magnet missed, you can use tweezers or pliers to remove them individually.

6. Sift the flour: Sift the flour to remove any remaining fine nail particles or debris. This step is optional, but it can help ensure that the flour is free of any small nail fragments.

By following these steps, you can efficiently separate nails from flour and obtain clean, nail-free flour.