Peptization is the process responsible for the formation of stable dispersion of colloidal particles in dispersion medium. In other words it may be defined as a process of converting a precipitate into colloidal sol by shaking it with dispersion medium in the presence of small amount of electrolyte. The electrolyte used in this process is called a... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peptization
In colloid chemistry, an increase in the degree of dispersion, tending toward a uniform distribution of the dispersed phase. ... (05 Mar 2000) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973
an increased dispersion of solids in a liquid caused by the addition of electrolytes or other chemical substances. See deflocculation, dispersion. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/visitor-contributions.php
Type: Term Pronunciation: pep′ti-zā′shŭn Definitions: 1. In colloid chemistry, an increase in the degree of dispersion, tending toward a uniform distribution of the dispersed phase. Found on http://www.medilexicon.com/medicaldictionary.php?t=66787