Which of the following characteristic is true with respect to colloids?
A
They always have two phases.
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B
The dispersion medium is always in a liquid state.
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C
They are homogeneous.
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D
The components can be separated by filtration.
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Solution
The correct option is A They always have two phases. A colloid has two phases - Dispersion medium and dispersed phase. Each of the two phases of a colloid can be solid, liquid, or a gas.