NEET2019ChemistrySurface ChemistryActual
Which of the following statements is incorrect about colloidal solution?
Options
- ALyophobic sols are more stable than lyophilic sols.
- BLyophilic colloids have a unique property of protecting lyophobic colloids.
- CLyophilic colloids are highly hydrated than lyophobic colloids.
- DNone of these.
Correct answer
A. Lyophobic sols are more stable than lyophilic sols.
Step-by-step solution
Lyophobic sols are unstable and are easily precipitated by addition of electrolytes. Lyophilic sols are quite stable and are not easily precipitated or coagulated.