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are they solid/ liquid?
bulk modulus or shear modulus to be used?
bulk modulus or shear modulus to be used?
Are they? Colloids don't sediment. It is supposed to be a stable mixture of substances in different phases.PeteGt said:(you know that most water in the ocean and our rivers are colloids)
bkvitha said:Whats the scientific term for colloids?
A colloid solid is a substance that is in a solid state, but contains small particles of another substance dispersed within it. A colloid liquid, on the other hand, is a liquid that has small particles of another substance suspended within it. The main difference is the state of matter of the two substances.
Colloids are formed through a process called dispersion, where small particles of one substance are evenly distributed within another substance. This can occur through physical means, such as stirring or shaking, or through chemical reactions.
Some common examples of colloids include milk (a colloid liquid of fat particles dispersed in water), gelatin (a colloid solid of protein particles dispersed in water), and fog (a colloid liquid of water particles dispersed in air).
Colloids have unique properties due to their dispersed particle structure. For example, they can exhibit the Tyndall effect, where light is scattered by the particles, making the colloid appear cloudy or milky. They also have different optical and electrical properties than pure substances.
Colloids have a wide range of applications in various industries, such as food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. They are used to stabilize emulsions, create gels or foams, and improve the texture and appearance of products. They also have important roles in medical treatments, such as drug delivery systems and diagnostic imaging agents.