Emulsions Flashcards
1
Q
A mixture of oil droplets and water is called an….
A
Emulsion
2
Q
The special compounds that keep the oil droplets spread out are called…
A
Emulsifiers
3
Q
How do you test for double bonds in oils or fats?
A
Use bromine water and if there are double bonds, the solution will turn from orange to colourless.
4
Q
In mayonnaise, why are oil and vinegar used as an emulsion and not as two separate liquids?
A
~Thicker
~Better texture
~Better appearance
