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surfactant

 

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Noun surfactant has 1 sense
  1. wetting agent, wetter, surfactant, surface-active agent - a substance capable of reducing the surface tension of a liquid in which it is dissolved
    --1 is a kind of chemical agent
    --1 has particulars: emulsifier; detergent

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Surfactant

Definition:

A surfactant is a substance that reduces the surface tension of a liquid, allowing it to spread more easily and interact with other substances.

Examples:

Noun:

  1. The surfactant used in shampoo helps it to lather and cleanse the hair.
  2. Surfactants are commonly found in laundry detergents to aid in the removal of dirt and oil.
  3. The surfactant in dishwashing liquid makes it easier to remove tough grease from dishes.

Adjective:

  1. The addition of a surfactant can improve the wetting properties of a coating, leading to better adhesion.
  2. A key characteristic of surfactant molecules is their ability to form micelles in aqueous solutions.
  3. Surfactant compounds are extensively used in the cosmetics industry for their emulsifying and solubilizing properties.

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