Q. On which of the following properties does the coagulating power of an ion depend ?
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
Explanation
[Solution] Hardy-Schulze rule: the ion must be oppositely charged to the sol, and power rises with charge magnitude. Answer (1).
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