colloid is one of the three primary types of mixtures, with the other two being a solution and suspension. A colloid is a solution that has particles ranging between 1 and 1000 nanometers in diameter, yet are still able to remain evenly distributed throughout the solution. These are also known as colloidal dispersions because the substances remain dispersed and do not settle to the bottom of the container. In colloids, one substance is evenly dispersed in another. The substance being dispersed is referred to as being in the dispersed phase, while the substance in which it is dispersed is in the continuous phase.
Properties of ColloidsIn order to be classified as a colloid, the substance in the dispersed phase must be larger than the size of a molecule but smaller than what can be seen with the naked eye. This can be more precisely quantified as one or more of the substance's dimensions must be between 1 and 1000 nanometers. If the dimensions are smaller than this the substance is considered a solution and if they are larger than the substance is a suspension.A common method of classifying colloids is based on the phase of the dispersed substance and what phase it is dispersed in. The types of colloids includes sol, emulsion, foam, and aerosol.
When the dispersion medium is water, the colloidal system is often referred to as a hydrocolloid. The particles in the dispersed phase can take place in different phases depending on how much water is available. For example, Jello powder mixed in with water creates a hydrocolloid. A common use for hydrocolloids is in the creation of medical dressings.
allows light to pass through
an objects light can pass through is transparent
yes, light will pass through quartz
Opaque materials do not allow light to pass through them.
"Clear" objects are named "clear" because light can pass through them. If light could not pass through them, they would not be labeled "clear".
suspension solution does not allow the light to pass through it because particles present in the solution are larger in the size so they absorb the light and they obstruct the path. thus the light does not pass through it.
yes
A colloid is cloudy and thick and will not allow light to pass through, whereas a suspension is clear and transparent and lets light pass through it.
Because of the different properties of solutions and suspensions, a beam of light can be used to differentiate the two. If a beam of light passes through the sample, it is a solution, not a suspension. Conversely, if a beam of light does not pass through a sample completely, it is a suspension, not a solution.
allows light to pass through
yes, light will pass through quartz
an objects light can pass through is transparent
The solution pass through a filter.
Opaque materials do not allow light to pass through them.
"Clear" objects are named "clear" because light can pass through them. If light could not pass through them, they would not be labeled "clear".
Transparent materials will always allow light to pass through, translucent materials will allow light to pass through as well but the light rays will be scattered. Opaque materials will not allow any light to pass through.
They reflect or absorb light and thus do not allow light to pass through.