colloid
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A mixture in which tiny particles of one substance are spread evenly through another without fully dissolving.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Milk is a common _____, with fat droplets suspended throughout the liquid."
Answer: colloid
In your own words, what does "colloid" mean?
A mixture in which tiny particles of one substance are spread evenly through another without fully dissolving.
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