overflateaktiviteter
Overflateaktiviteter, or surfactants, are compounds that lower the surface tension or interfacial tension between two liquids, between a gas and a liquid, or between a liquid and a solid. They are typically composed of a hydrophilic head and a hydrophobic tail. This dual nature allows them to aggregate at interfaces.
In water, surfactant molecules arrange themselves with their hydrophobic tails pointing away from the water and
Surfactants are widely used in detergents and soaps, where they help to emulsify grease and dirt, allowing
Industrially, surfactants play roles in processes like oil recovery, paint and coating formulations, and the manufacturing