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Question
Explain the following giving an example.
Colloid
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Solution
- A substance is termed to be a colloid if its particle size is between 1 and 100 runs.
- A colloidal solution is heterogeneous and consists of two phases: the dispersed phase (colloidal particles) and the dispersion medium in which the particles are suspended.
- For example, a colloidal solution of sulfur or starch, milk, and so on.
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