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On which of the following properties affect the coagulating power of an ion?
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Options:
  • A Both magnitude and sign of the charge on the ion
  • B Size of the ion alone
  • C The magnitude of the charge on the ion alone
  • D The sign of charge on the ion alone
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The correct answer is: Both magnitude and sign of the charge on the ion
Coagulation of colloidal solution by using an electrolyte depends on the charge present (positive or negative) on colloidal particles as well as on its size.
Coagulating power of an electrolyte depends on the magnitude of charge present on effective ion of electrolyte.
Coagulation Power magnitude of charge

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