Question:
A mixture can be categorised as a solution, a suspension, or a colloid, each possessing distinct properties. Utilise the words or phrases provided in the box to fill in the given table. Words and phrases may be used more than once.
Words and Phrases
Large-sized particles; Particles remain evenly distributed; Small-sized particles (less than 1 nm diameter); Moderate-sized particles (1–1000 nm); Settles down when left undisturbed (more than 1000 nm in diameter); Does not settle down; Scatters light; Separates by filtration; Transparent; Salt solution; Milk; Sand in water; Smoke; Heterogeneous mixture; Cannot be separated by filtration; Mud; Butter; Brass.
Large-sized particles; Particles remain evenly distributed; Small-sized particles (less than 1 nm diameter); Moderate-sized particles (1–1000 nm); Settles down when left undisturbed (more than 1000 nm in diameter); Does not settle down; Scatters light; Separates by filtration; Transparent; Salt solution; Milk; Sand in water; Smoke; Heterogeneous mixture; Cannot be separated by filtration; Mud; Butter; Brass.
Complete the table.
Answer:
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A solution, suspension, and colloid differ in their particle size, appearance, and behaviour. Based on these distinct properties, the words and phrases can be arranged as follows:
| Solution | Suspension | Colloid |
|---|---|---|
| Properties: Small-sized particles (less than 1 nm in diameter) Particles remain evenly distributed; transparent; cannot be separated by filtration | Properties: Large-sized particles (more than 1000 nm in diameter) Heterogeneous mixture; particles settle down when left undisturbed; scatters light; separates by filtration | Properties: Moderate-sized particles (1–1000 nm in diameter) Heterogeneous mixture; does not settle down; scatters light; cannot be separated by filtration |
| Examples: Salt solution, brass | Examples: Sand in water, mud | Examples: Milk, smoke, butter |
