Question
Pharmaceutics Question on Emulsions
Amixture of emulsifier A and emulsifier B with values of 4 and 14 respectively are to be mixed in a proportion to get mixture with required HLB 12. What is the weight of individual emulsifier that is to be taken to have a total weight of 7 gm ?
A
A = 5.8 gm and B = 1.2 gm
B
A = 1.4 gm and B = 5.6 gm
C
A = 5.6 gm and B = 1.4 gm
D
A = 1.2 gm and B = 5.8 gm
Answer
A = 1.4 gm and B = 5.6 gm
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (B) : A = 1.4 gm and B = 5.6 gm