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Question
Differentiate between solution and suspension.
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Solution
| Solution | Suspension | ||
| 1. | Solution is a homogeneous mixture. | 1. | Suspension is a heterogeneous mixture. |
| 2. | Particle size less than 10−10 m. | 2. | Particle size greater than 10−10 m. |
| 3. | Particles of solute are invisible. | 3. | Solute particles are visible. |
| 4. | It is transparent. | 4. | It is opaque. |
| 5. | Particles of solute do not settle. | 5. | Solute particles settle at the bottom of the container. |
| 6. | Solute particles cannot be filtered. The solution easily flows through filter paper. | 6. | Solute particles do not pass through a filter paper. |
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