The stability of the dispersed phase in a lyophobic colloid is due to:

High viscosity of the medium

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The formation of electrical double layer between two phases

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High surface tension of sol

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None of these

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The correct option is B The formation of electrical double layer between two phases
The dispersed phase in a lyophobic colloid is stabilized as a result of the formation of an electrical layer between two phases due to the adsorption of common ions on the colloidal solution.

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