emulsiojärjestelmien
Emulsiojärjestelmät refer to systems where two or more immiscible liquids are mixed to form a stable dispersion. The most common example is oil and water, which naturally separate. An emulsifier, also known as a surfactant, is crucial for stabilizing these mixtures. Emulsifiers have a hydrophilic (water-attracting) head and a hydrophobic (oil-attracting) tail. This dual nature allows them to position themselves at the interface between the two liquids, reducing the interfacial tension and preventing the droplets from coalescing.
There are two main types of emulsions: oil-in-water (O/W) and water-in-oil (W/O). In an O/W emulsion, oil
Emulsiojärjestelmät are widely used in various industries. In the food industry, they are essential for products