Which of the following sol is lyophobic in nature?
A
Al(OH)3
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B
Gum
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C
Egg albumin
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D
Starch
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Solution
The correct option is AAl(OH)3 Sols in which the dispersed phase has little affinity for the dispersion medium are lyophobic sols. Here, Al(OH)3 is lyophobic whereas gum, egg albumin and starch sols are lyophilic in nature.