Question

reaction of peptization​

Answer 1

Peptization or Deflocculation is the process responsible for the formation of converting precipitate into colloid by shaking with it an electrolyte. This is particularly important in colloid chemistry or for precipitation reactions in an aqueous solution.

Answer 2

What is Peptization?

=> The process of converting precipitate into colloid by shaking it with a suitable electrolyte.

• The electrolyte which is added is called a peptizing agent.

Ex: Small amount of dilute hydrochloric acid to stannic oxide precipitate gives a stable sol of stannic oxide.