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Is starch a hydrophilic colloid? - Chemistry (Theory)

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Is starch a hydrophilic colloid?

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Yes, starch is a hydrophilic colloid (lyophilic sol) because it has an affinity for water, forming stable, reversible sols that do not coagulate easily and are self-stabilised without needing stabilisers in aqueous dispersion.

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Chapter 5: Surface Chemistry - VERY SHORT ANSWER TYPE QUESTIONS [Page 318]

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Nootan Chemistry Part 1 and 2 [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 5 Surface Chemistry
VERY SHORT ANSWER TYPE QUESTIONS | Q 20. | Page 318
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