5.3.5 - Purification of Colloids
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What is dialysis?
💡 Hint: Think about a method that applies a selective barrier.
Name one application of ultrafiltration.
💡 Hint: Consider common drinks we consume.
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What does dialysis utilize to separate particles?
💡 Hint: Think of a barrier that only some things can go through.
Is electrodialysis faster than dialysis?
💡 Hint: Consider the role of electricity in speeding things up.
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In an experiment, a colloid was purified using electrodialysis. Analyze how the introduction of an electric field improved the efficiency of this method.
💡 Hint: Consider the influence of force on movement.
A mixture contains a colloidal suspension of larger and smaller particles. Propose a step-by-step approach using the discussed purification methods to achieve complete separation.
💡 Hint: Think of the size order in separation processes.
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