Why particles in a true solution cannot be seen with a naked eye ? – InterviewSolution

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1.	Why particles in a true solution cannot be seen with a naked eye ?
Answer» Particle size in a true solution is less than `10^(-9)` m or 1 nm. The particles are too small to scatter the beam of light and therefore, cannot be seen with naked eye.

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