Colloidal network

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-002243",
  "term": "Colloidal network",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A continuous, interconnected structure formed by the aggregation of colloidal particles within a fluid medium. This network provides mechanical integrity to the system, often leading to the formation of a gel. The properties of the network depend on the size, shape, and interaction forces between the constituent colloidal particles.",
  "subject": "Polymer",
  "see_also": [
    "network",
    "colloidal"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1801. 'Definitions of terms relating to the structure and processing of sols, gels, networks, and inorganic-organic hybrid materials (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1813 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779101801)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/colloidal-network/"
}