Classification of Colloids Based on the State of the Dispersed Phase and Dispersion Medium
| Dispersion Medium | Dispersed Phase | Type of colloid | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gas | Liquid | Aerosol | Fog, mist |
| Gas | Solid | Aerosol | Smoke |
| Liquid | Gas | Foam | Whipped cream |
| Liquid | Liquid | Emulsion | Mayonnaise, hair cream |
| Liquid | Solid | Sol | Paints, cell fluids |
| Solid | Gas | Foam | Pumice, plastic foams |
| Solid | Liquid | Gel | Jelly, cheese |
| Solid | Solid | Solid Sol | Ruby glass (glass with dispersed metal) |

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