the present invention includes an apparatus for generating an inorganic polymer electret in a colloidal state , the inorganic electret in a colloidal state itself , and applications for the inorganic electret in a colloidal state . the invention includes a method for generation of a colloidal silica particle which is dipolar in that it is positively charged in the nucleus and negatively charged on the outer surface leaving a net negative charge to the particle . the apparatus includes the ability to control particle size , uniformity , consistency , hydration , and three dimensional structure which is desirable for various applications .