Videopeptise
Learn how to use the verb peptise in a scientific context. This lesson explains the specific chemical process of dispersing a substance into a colloidal state within a medium. You will discover how this action prevents materials from settling and how it differs from general dispersion by focusing on particle sizes between one and one thousand nanometers. We cover essential examples involving chemical oxides and clay suspensions, while contrasting the term with its opposites like coagulation and flocculation. You will also learn about related terms such as peptisation and peptizing agents. Watch this lesson to master the technical nuances of this specialized chemistry term.