Melissa wants to separate a mixture of many tiny beads that are all the same size. Some of the beads are made from pine wood and some of the beads are metal.

What would be the easiest way for her to separate the mixture?

A. Add water and the wooden beads will dissolve.
B. Add water and the wooden beads will float.
C. Sift the beads and the wooden ones will stay on top.
D. Pick out all the wooden beads by hand.