Chapter 19, Problem 124A

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation : The largest particles among a solution, a colloid, or a suspension are to be identified.

Concept Introduction : A mixture or combination in which water serves as the solvent is referred to as aqueous.

Answer to Problem 124A

The largest particle is suspension.

Explanation of Solution

A mixture that has particles that separate out when it stands is called a suspension.

The diameter of the suspension is higher than 1000 nm.

A homogenous mixture of two or more components with particles smaller than 1 nm is referred to as a solution.

A heterogeneous collection of particles with sizes ranging from 1 nm to 1000 nm is referred to as a colloid.

Particles in colloids are larger than those in solutions and smaller than those in suspensions.

The suspension has a larger particle size than solutions and colloids.