Easy MCQ +4 / -1 PYQ · JEE Mains 2021

Which one of the following statements is FALSE for hydrophilic sols?

  1. A They do not require electrolytes for stability.
  2. B The sols cannot be easily coagulated.
  3. C These sols are reversible in nature.
  4. D Their viscosity is of the order of that of H<sub>2</sub>O. Correct answer

Solution

1. Viscosity of hydrophilic sol &gt; viscosity of H<sub>2</sub>O<br><br> 2. Hydrophilic sol is more stable so can't be easily coagulated.<br><br> 3. Hydrophilic sols are reversible sols.<br><br> 4. No electrolytes are required to stabilise hydrophilic sol.

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: Surface Chemistry · Topic: Adsorption

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