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The continuous random zig-zag movement of colloidal particles is termed:

Answer: Brownian motion.

  • A Tyndall motion
  • B Brownian motion
  • C electrophoresis
  • D simple diffusion

Correct answer: B. Brownian motion

Explanation: Brownian motion results from unbalanced bombardment of colloidal particles by the molecules of the medium.

Adsorption Isotherm: x/m vs PressureP (pressure)x/mlow P: x/m ∝ Phigh P: saturation plateauAt high pressure, all surface sites are occupied - the curve flattens (monolayer saturation)

A typical adsorption isotherm: x/m (mass adsorbed per gram of adsorbent) rises steeply at low pressure, then flattens into a saturation plateau as the adsorbent surface fills up.

Concept context

Explore the chemistry that happens at interfaces, from catalysts that speed up industrial reactions to colloids like milk, smoke, and gels that surround us every day.

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