Question:
Emulsifier is an agent which:
Emulsifier is an agent which:
Updated On: Jun 7, 2022
- homogenesis the emulsion
- stabilise the emulsion
- accelerates the dispersion
- breaks up the emulsion
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The Correct Option is B
Solution and Explanation
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.
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