Classification of Colloids - Based on nature of interaction
The nature of...
Question
The nature of charge on resulting colloidal particles when FeCl3 is added to excess of hot water is:
A
Neutral
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B
Sometimes positive and sometimes negative
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C
Positive
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D
Negative
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Solution
The correct option is C Positive If FeCl3 is added to excess hot water, a positively charged sol, hydrated ferric oxide is formed due to adsorption of Fe3+ ions. Hence, the resulting charge on colloidal particle is positive.