What is another word for colloid?

Pronunciation: [kˈɒlɔ͡ɪd] (IPA)

Colloid is a term used to describe a mixture of two or more substances that do not dissolve in each other but remain uniformly dispersed. Some synonyms for the word "colloid" include emulsion, suspension, and gel. An emulsion is a colloid in which one liquid is dispersed within another liquid, such as oil and vinegar in salad dressing. A suspension is a colloid in which solid particles are dispersed in a liquid, like mud in water. A gel is a colloid in which a liquid is dispersed within a solid, such as the gel-like consistency of toothpaste. Colloids can be found in numerous industries, from pharmaceuticals to cosmetics, and are an important aspect of modern technological advancements.

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What are the hypernyms for Colloid?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Colloid?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for colloid (as nouns)

Usage examples for Colloid

There are several varieties of cancers, such as hard, soft, and colloid, but only those growing on the surface will be mentioned here.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
There is no real difference between the passage of a solution through an osmotic membrane and its diffusion through a colloid.
"The Mechanism of Life"
Stéphane Leduc
This is not a chemical action, for an exceedingly small quantity of an electrolyte is able to precipitate an indefinite quantity of the colloid.
"The Mechanism of Life"
Stéphane Leduc

Famous quotes with Colloid

  • The brain's a colloid, a very complicated machine. We don't know much about its potentialities.
    Lewis Padgett

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