COLLOIDS

Preparation of an Emulsoid (Gelatin)

Results and Observation

When the preparation was boiled, the solution was viscous. When it was cooled
under tap water, it has become a very slightly jelly but was still viscous.

Preparation of Suspenoid (FeCl3 sol. Saturated)

Results and Observation

When the saturated ferric chloride was heated, a solution orange in color was
produced.

Foam Formation

Results and Observation

When the test tube containing emulsoid (5% gelatin ) was shook, a permanent
foam was formed while the suspenoid (FeCl3 sol. Saturated) the foam was formed
temporarily. Foam is formed when many gas particles are trapped in a liquid or
solid

Precipitation with Electrolytes

Results and Observation

When ammonium sulfate was added in the test tube that contains the emulsoid
(5% gelatin), precipitate was formed. On the other hand, the test tube containing
suspenoid (FeCl3 sol. Saturated),there was no precipitate formed when
ammonium sulfate was added.
Often a lyophilic colloidal system is stabilized by the addition of a second colloid
which is called a protective colloid. It forms a protective film around the particles
and adsorbed ions of the first colloid and prevents the particles from coming
together and coagulating.

If two sets of opposite sign are mixed, mutual coagulation usually occurs because
of neutralization of charges. Emulsoid are much more difficult to coagulate than
suspensoids. If an emulsoid sole i.e. gelatin is added to a suspensoid sole e.g. gold
sole, then suspenoid sole appears to be strongly protected against the
flocculating action of the electrolyte. It is probable that the particles of emulsoid
are adsorbed by suspenoid sole and impart their own properties. The emulsoid in
this case is known as protective colloid. This particular aspect is taken care off in
many inorganic analysis.

The liquid state of colloidal solution is known as sol and has low viscosity. Gel is a
solid or semi solid jelly like colloidal solution is known as gel and high viscosity.

The suspensoid particles carry a definite electric charge and are very easily
precipitated by addition of small amounts of salts owing to its neutralisation. This
charge probably determines the stability of the suspensoid, for similarly charged
particles repel one another and do not tend to aggregate.