The swelling of 'gel' when placed in water is called:

gelation

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imbibition

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thixotropy

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synersis

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The correct option is B imbibition
The phenomenon of swelling of 'gel' when placed in water is called imbibition. The gel swells due to osmosis of water into the gel medium.

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