In the colloid known as mayonnaise, the dispersed phase is _____ .
A)a gas
B)a liquid
C)a solid
D)unknown

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In mayonnaise, the dispersed phase is a liquid. Mayonnaise is an example of an emulsion, which is a mixture of two immiscible liquids where one is dispersed in the other. In this case, oil droplets are dispersed in water or vinegar, with egg yolk acting as an emulsifier to stabilize the mixture.

In the Colloid Known as Mayonnaise, the Dispersed Phase Is