3 September 2011
Detergents are surfactant which works like soap but is not affected by hard water. The amphiphilic nature of detergent allows the removal of oil and grease from a surface when mixed with water. This is due to the polar (hydrophilic) and non-polar (hydrophobic) nature working together to mix oil/grease which are hydrophobic compounds with water. [...]
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1 September 2011
Chemicals for Consumers consist of many everyday product used in society such as soap, detergent, alcohol, food additives, insect sprays, paints, petrol, medicines and many others. The understanding of the use and associated risks involving the chemicals contained in the consumer products are crucial to reduce the potential harmful effects of chemicals for consumers. In [...]
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