Why is emulsion paint described as a colloid?

Anonymous

∙ 14y ago

Updated: 8/17/2019

In a colloid, particles of one substance are mixed and dispersed with particles of another substance - but they are not dissolved in it.

In an paint the pigment is dispersed in the liquid formed from the binding medium and solvent solution.

Hope this helps :)

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∙ 14y ago

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