Unit 2: Emulsions Flashcards
1
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Emulsions
A
Chemical used to prevent non-polar and polar liquids from separating. Solution which contains small droplets of one liquid dispersed in another.
2
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How are emulsions made?
A
Edible oils are reacted with glycerol to form molecules (one or two fatty acids linked to glycerol backbone)
3
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How do emulsions work
A
One or two hydroxyl groups are hydrophilic (dissolve in water), whilst fatty acid chains are hydrophobic (dissolve in oils)
