surface-active agent

• Sustancia que reduce la tensión superficial de un líquido, facilitando su extensión o mezcla con otras fases; se emplea comúnmente en detergentes, emulsionantes y humectantes.

A substance that reduces the surface tension of a liquid, allowing it to spread more easily, commonly used in detergents, emulsifiers, and wetting agents.

1. SurfactantC1formal

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

   Agente tensioactivo

   • Soap is a common surface-active agent used for cleaning.
   • The detergent contains a surface-active agent to remove grease.
   • Scientists studied the properties of the new surface-active agent.