Question
Chemistry Question on Emulsions
Emulsifier is an agent which:
A
homogenesis the emulsion
B
stabilise the emulsion
C
accelerates the dispersion
D
breaks up the emulsion
Answer
stabilise the emulsion
Explanation
Solution
Emulsifier is a protecting agent which stabilises an emulsion (colloid of liquid in liquid). For example casein (a protein) acts as emulsifier in the milk-emulsion.