Question

Name the type of colloids in each in which dispersed phase and the dispersing medium are respectively:
(a) liquid and gas.
(b) liquid and liquid.
(c) liquid and solid.
Give one example of each.

Answer 1

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(a) Colloids in which dispersed phase is liquid and dispersion medium is gas are called aerosols. Eg. clouds,fog, mist.
(b) Colloids in which dispersed phase is liquid and dispersion medium is also liquid are called emulsions. Eg. milk, hair cream, etc.
(c) Colloids in which dispersed phase is liquid and dispersion medium is solid are called gels. Eg. cheese,butter, jam, etc.