Question
How can a colloidal solution and true solution of the same colour be distinguished from each other?
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Answer
If the solutions are taken in a glass beaker and light is focussed on them, the colloidal solution will scatter light due to Tyndall effect and the path of light becomes visible but no scattering occurs in true solution.
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