What is another word for Colloids?

Pronunciation: [kˈɒlɔ͡ɪdz] (IPA)

Colloids are a type of mixture that consists of tiny particles suspended in a medium. There are several synonyms that could be used to describe colloids. One of them is "colloidal suspensions," which emphasizes that the particles are suspended in the medium and don't settle out. Other synonyms include "particulate systems," "microemulsions," and "hydrated particles." The term "emulsions" is also sometimes used to describe colloidal mixtures where one phase is liquid. Another synonym for colloids is "dispersions," which emphasizes that the particles are dispersed or spread out within the medium. Regardless of which synonym is used, all describe the same basic type of mixture - one with tiny particles suspended in a medium.

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What are the hypernyms for Colloids?

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

Usage examples for Colloids

Colloids that are undergoing decomposition are also specially powerful, so that the presence of bacteria or fungi causing fermentation is an important factor.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
The salts that are deposited by mere chemical reaction without the intervention of Colloids appear in the form of sharply defined angular crystals, and hence the rough, jagged crystals of oxalate of lime or ammonia-magnesium phosphate.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
Osmotic membranes behave exactly like Colloids.
"The Mechanism of Life"
Stéphane Leduc

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