surfactant

• Chemische Substanz, die die Oberflächenspannung einer Flüssigkeit herabsetzt, wenn sie darin gelöst wird; wird typischerweise in Waschmitteln, Emulgatoren und Netzmitteln eingesetzt.

A chemical agent that reduces the surface tension of a liquid when dissolved in it, commonly used in detergents, emulsifiers, and wetting agents.

1. Surface-active agentC1formalscientific

   A substance that reduces the surface tension of a liquid, allowing it to spread or mix more easily.

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   • Soap contains surfactants that help remove dirt from surfaces.
   • Surfactants are used in detergents to improve cleaning efficiency.
   • The surfactant lowered the water's surface tension, allowing it to penetrate the fabric.

   Synonymesurface-active agentwetting agent