Which of the Following Techniques Can Be Used to Decrease

question 138

Multiple Choice

Which of the following techniques can be used to decrease the stability of an aqueous colloidal dispersion?

• A) the addition of an electrolyte
• B) the dilution of the system by the addition of water
• C) both the addition of an electrolyte and the dilution of the system by the addition of water
• D) none of these

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