2.2.3 - What is a Colloidal Solution?
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What is a colloidal solution?
💡 Hint: Think of mixtures like milk or fog.
What effect causes light to scatter in colloids?
💡 Hint: Named after a scientist's last name.
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What is a colloidal solution?
💡 Hint: Consider how they behave when the light passes through.
True or False: Colloidal particles settle under gravity.
💡 Hint: Think of how milk behaves in a glass.
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Design an experiment to demonstrate the Tyndall effect using common household items.
💡 Hint: Use a clear glass and a dark room for better visibility.
Explain how colloids differ from solutions and suspensions in terms of particle size and behavior.
💡 Hint: Focus on the Tyndall effect, visibility, and stability.
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