MHT CET 2026 Chemistry question

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Which of the following is an example of macromolecular colloid?

(A)ProteinsCorrect
(B)Detergents
(C)Soap
(D) sulphur molecules

Answer: (A)

Solution

Colloids are classified by the nature of the dispersed particles. In macromolecular colloids the dispersed particles are giant molecules (polymers) of colloidal size; examples are proteins, starch, cellulose, enzymes and synthetic polymers such as polythene. Soaps and detergents are associated (micellar) colloids:

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