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When excess of AgNO₃ is treated with KI solution, AgI formsSurface Chemistry Chemistry Question

Question

When excess of AgNO₃ is treated with KI solution, AgI forms

Answer: A

💡 Solution & Explanation

When KI solution is added to an excess of AgNO₃ solution, the precipitated AgI preferentially adsorbs the common Ag⁺ ions from the dispersion medium, forming a positively charged sol [AgI]Ag⁺. Therefore, correct answer is A.

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