Question
Physical Pharmacy Question on Micromeritics and powder rheology
Which statements are correct for the micelle formation?
(P) Micelles are dynamic structures that are continually formed and broken down in solution.
(Q) The typical micelle diameter is about 2-3 μm and so they are visible under the light micro scope.
(R) Micelle formation is a spontaneous process.
(S) When the surfactant concentration is increased above the CMC, the number of micelles increases and the free surfactant concentration decreases below CMC.
A
P and Q
B
P and R
C
P and S
D
R and S
Answer
P and R
Explanation
Solution
The correct answer is option (B) : P and R