Question

What do you understand by coagulation?

Answer 1

Coagulation is the process in which colloidal particles lose their charge and come together to form larger particles that settle out of the solution. This occurs when an electrolyte is added in sufficient quantity, neutralizing the charges on colloidal particles and making the solution unstable, leading to particle precipitation. It is also called flocculation and is crucial for destabilizing colloidal solutions.