Particle Suspension

Particle suspension refers to tiny solid particles dispersed throughout a fluid (liquid or gas), where they remain evenly spread without settling quickly. This occurs because the particles are small enough for the fluid’s movement to keep them suspended, overcoming gravity. Suspensions are common in everyday life, like muddy water or orange juice with pulp. They are different from solutions, where substances dissolve completely, because particles in suspensions are larger and can eventually settle if the movement stops. Proper agitation or continuous flow keeps the particles evenly mixed, maintaining the suspension.