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Question Question 2
How are sol, solution and suspension different from each other?
| Attributes | Sol | Solution | Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type of mixture | Heterogeneous | Homogeneous | Heterogeneous |
| Tyndall effect | Exhibited | Not exhibited | May or may not be exhibited |
| Appearance | Usually glassy and clear | Unclouded and clear | Cloudy and opaque |
| Visibility | Visible with an ultramicroscope | Not visible | Visible with the naked eye |
| Diffusion | Diffuses very slowly | Diffuses rapidly | Do not diffuse |
| Stability | Pretty stable | Highly stable | Unstable |
| Settling | Get settled in centrifugation | Do not settle | Settle on their own |
| Example | Milk, blood, smoke | Salt solution, sugar solution | Sand in water, dusty air |