Which best describes the Tyndall effect? the scattering of light by solutes in a mixture the scattering of light by solvent in a solution the scattering of light by solutes in a solution the scattering of light by particles in a mixture

The scattering of light as a light beam passes through a colloid. The individual suspension particles scatter and reflect light, making the beam visible. The amount of scattering depends on the frequency of the light and density of the particles.

Examples: The visible beam of headlights in fog is caused by the Tyndall effect. The water droplets scatter the light, making the headlight beams visible.