Emulsion

Pronunciation
/em-ul-SHUN/
Category
Formulation
Singular
Emulsion
Plural
Emulsions

Definition

A mixture of two or more liquids that are normally immiscible (unmixable), stabilized by a surfactant. In entomology, emulsions are used to formulate insecticides.

Etymology

From Latin 'emulgere,' meaning 'to milk.'

Example

An emulsion is often used in insecticide formulations to ensure that the active ingredient remains dispersed evenly throughout the water.

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