Q44 / 113 · NTA Abhyas (NEET) 2020 · Chemistry · Surface Chemistry

Peptization is a process of

  • A
    precipitating colloidal particles
  • B
    purifying colloidal particles
  • Correct answer
    C
    dispersing the precipitate into colloidal state
  • D
    None of the above

Solution

The phenomenon of converting freshly precipitated mass into colloidal state by the action of solute or solvent is called peptization. For e.g., a colloid solution of ferric hydroxide is prepared by adding ferric chloride in it.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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