Question:

 A few sols are given below:
As2S3 sol, starch sol, Al2O3 ·
xH2O sol, TiO2 sol, gold sol, congo red sol, blood, methylene blue sol, CdS sol
The number of positively charged sols in the above list is:

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- Metal oxides and hydroxides generally form positively charged sols.
- Metal sulfides and dyes tend to form negatively charged sols.
- Understanding colloidal charge properties helps in applications like coagulation and electrophoresis.
Updated On: May 4, 2026
  • \( 4 \)
  • \( 5 \)
  • \( 6 \)
  • \( 7 \)
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

To determine the number of positively charged sols, we analyze the nature of each colloid.

Given sols:

  • \( As_2S_3 \) sol
  • Starch sol
  • \( Al_2O_3 \cdot xH_2O \) sol
  • \( TiO_2 \) sol
  • Gold sol
  • Congo red sol
  • Blood
  • Methylene blue sol
  • \( CdS \) sol
  1. \( As_2S_3 \): Negatively charged sol
  2. Starch sol: Generally neutral
  3. \( Al_2O_3 \cdot xH_2O \): Positively charged sol
  4. \( TiO_2 \): Can form positively charged sol
  5. Gold sol: Generally negatively charged
  6. Congo red sol: Negatively charged
  7. Blood: Generally negatively charged (due to proteins)
  8. Methylene blue sol: Positively charged (cationic dye)
  9. \( CdS \): Negatively charged sol

Thus, positively charged sols are:

  • \( Al_2O_3 \cdot xH_2O \)
  • \( TiO_2 \)
  • Methylene blue sol

Final Answer: 3

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