Chemistry Question 66 – NEET-UG 2025
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Let's analyze the nature of each substance in List-I and match it to the appropriate type of solution/colloid in List-II:
A) Humidity: This refers to water vapor (liquid) dispersed in air (gas). Therefore, it is a 'Liquid in gas' system.
B) Alloys: These are homogeneous mixtures of two or more metals, where one metal (solid) is dissolved in another metal (solid). Therefore, it is a 'Solid in solid' solution.
C) Amalgams: These are alloys of mercury with another metal. Mercury is liquid at room temperature, and the other metal is typically solid. Thus, it is a 'Liquid in solid' solution.
D) Smoke: This consists of fine solid particles (e.g., carbon) dispersed in a gas (air). Therefore, it is a 'Solid in gas' colloidal system.
Based on the classifications from Step 1, we can establish the following matches:
A) Humidity
B) Alloys
C) Amalgams
D) Smoke
Remember that solutions and colloids are classified by the physical states of their components (solute/dispersed phase and solvent/dispersion medium).
The correct matching sequence is A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III. Comparing this with the given options:
Option (1): A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III (Incorrect)
Option (2): A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III (Correct)
Option (3): A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II (Incorrect)
Option (4): A-III, B-II, C-I, D-IV (Incorrect)
Thus, option (2) is the correct answer.
