Articles related to "Colloids"

Salty water is a clear solution. Muddy water is opaque, because its coarser particles are a thousand times bigger than those of salt.

Jellied cranberry sauce is a traditional part of the holiday season, and is also a perfect example of a gel colloid.

It's often seen in adventure movies and written about in books, but what is quicksand, really?

Thyroid disorders cause a variety of symptoms including change in metabolism, digestion, heart rate and loss of mental function due to a change in thyroid hormone levels.

A goiter means that the thyroid gland has become enlarged. Goiters can have primary or secondary causes or may have no apparent cause.

The vast majority of enlarged thyroid glands occur due to common diseases or conditions but there are cases in which goiters do not have typical causes.

Although the National Confectioner's Association notes July 15 as Gummi Worm Day, this edible science project can be done anytime of the year.

Chemistry need not be a complicated, dull subject. Here's how you can naturally incorporate it and spice up your homeschool.

Sometimes children think that science is dry, boring and difficult. Help them discover how exciting science really is.

Life without water seems improbable. Many compounds dissolve in water, some others suspend or settle; chemical and molecular activity occurs at astounding speeds in cells

Children love to cook, and that's a great thing. Whimsical recipes that involve the senses will keep them motivated, and help them create lasting memories.

Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis causes severe and life-threatening vomiting, diarrhea and dehydration in dogs. Fluid replacement is the most important part of treatment.

Breast cancer treatment depends on what type of breast cancer a patient has. It is important to understand the difference between the various types.