"Physical separation" refers to the act of physically distancing or separating something or someone from others or a particular area.
Sentences with «physical separation»
This includes physical separation of the animal and use of separate feeding and cleaning equipment. (csidevet.com)
Often, you need only comply with your state's mandatory physical separation period before you are eligible to obtain your divorce. (info.legalzoom.com)
Despite their efforts to maintain some level of communication with caregivers (mostly grandparents), there are notable concerns associated with physical separation of parent and child. (scirp.org)