SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 23

SSC GD Constable (English) - 31 Jan 2023 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q23

Milk and face cream are examples of ______.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. emulsion. 

  • An emulsion is when two liquids that do not normally mix, such as oil and water, are mixed together without dissolving them together into the same solution. 
  • Emulsions are used in various applications, including food, cosmetics and medicines. They are part of a more general class of two phase systems of matter called colloids. 
  • Examples of emulsions are milk, butter, face cream, vinaigrette, liquid biomolecular condensates, and some cutting fluids for metal working.