5.17 How are the colloidal solutions classified on the basis of physical states of the dispersed phase and dispersion medium?
5.17 How are the colloidal solutions classified on the basis of physical states of the dispersed phase and dispersion medium?
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Colloidal solutions get classified in 8 Types on the basis of physical state of the dispersed phase and dispersion medium. This are given in following table-
Dispersed phase | Dispersion media | Types of colloids | Example |
Solid | Solid Sol | Gem stone | |
Solid | Liquid | sol | Paints, cell fluid. |
Solid | Gas | Aerosol | Dust, smoke. |
Liquid | Solid | Gel | Butter, Cheese. |
Liquid | Emulsion | Milk, Hair cream. | |
Liquid | Gas | Aerosol | Fog, Mist, Cloud. |
Gas | Solid | Solid Sol | Pumice stone. |
Gas | Liquid | Foam | Froth, soap lather. |
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