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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Physical: Surface Chemistry

Question:

Which of the following is an example of an emulsifier?

Options:

C15H31COONa

NaCl

CaCO3

CH3COOH

Correct Answer:

C15H31COONa

Explanation:

Occasionally, when preparing an emulsion, small amounts of specific additional substances are added in order to create a stable emulsion. Emulsifiers, also known as emulsifying agents, are the compounds that are thus added to stabilize the emulsions.