Question

Which phenomenon occurs when an electric field is applied to a colloidal solution and electrophoresis is prevented?
A. Reverse osmosis takes place
B. Electroosmosis takes place
C. Dispersion medium begins to move
D. Dispersion medium becomes stationary

Answer 1

Correct Answer - B::C
The movement of colloidal particles under an applied electric potential is called electrophoresis . When this dispersion medium begins to move in an electric field. This phenomenon is termed as electroosmosis.