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The migration of dispersion medium under the influence of an electric potential is called :

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Distinguish movement of the dispersed particles from movement of the dispersion medium in an electric field.
Updated On: Oct 31, 2026
  • Cataphoresis
  • Electroosmosis
  • Electrophoresis
  • Sedimentation
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

In a colloid, an electric field can move either the dispersed phase or the medium.
Movement of the colloidal (dispersed) particles towards an electrode is electrophoresis (cataphoresis is the same phenomenon).
Movement of the dispersion medium, while the particles are held fixed (e.g. by a membrane or porous plug), is electroosmosis.
Sedimentation is settling of particles under gravity.
Answer: (2) Electroosmosis
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