Question

define all 8 types of colloid with an example

Answer 1

1. Solid sol - A solid phase dispersed in a solid dispersion medium, for e.g. ruby.

2. Solid gel or emulsion - A liquid phase dispersed in a solid dispersion medium, for e.g. cheese.

3. Solid foam - A gas phase dispersed in a solid dispersion medium, for e.g. lava.

4. Sol - A solid phase dispersed in a liquid dispersion medium, for e.g. biological fluids.

5. Emulsion - A liquid phase dispersed in a liquid dispersion medium, for e.g. milk.

6. Foam - A gas phase dispersed in a liquid dispersion medium, for e.g. whipped cream.

7. Aerosol - A solid phase dispersed in a gaseous dispersion medium, for e.g. smoke.

8. Aerosol - A solid phase dispersed in a liquid dispersion medium, for e.g. fog.