When a small quantity of $$FeC{l_3}$$ solution is added to the fresh precipitate of $$Fe{\left( {OH} \right)_3},$$ a colloidal sol is obtained. The process through which this sol is formed is known as
A.
exchange of solvent
B.
chemical double decomposition
C.
peptization
D.
electrophoresis
Answer :
peptization
Solution :
Peptization involves conversion of freshly prepared precipitate into colloidal particles using a suitable electrolyte.
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