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Colloids Flashcards

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What are some examples of anionic surfactants? (5 examples)

A

Sodium dodecyl sulfate
Sulfonates
Carboxylates
Sulfates
Phosphates

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What are some examples of cationic surfactants?

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Hexadecyltrimethylammoniumbromide, and other alkyltrimethylammonium salts
Cetylpyridinium chloride

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What are the differences between anionic and cationic surfactants?

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Anionic has a negatively charged head group whereas cationic has a positively charged head group

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What are some examples of zwitterionic surfactants?

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Dodecyl betaine
Dodecyl dimethlamine oxide
Cocamidopropyl betaine
Coco amphoglycinate

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What is the structure of zwitterionic surfactants?

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Contain positive and negative charged moieties within the head group

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What is the overall structure of surfactants?

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Contain a hydrophillic head and hydrophobic tail.

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