surfactant

• Sustancia química que reduce la tensión superficial de un líquido al disolverse en él; se usa comúnmente en detergentes, emulsionantes y humectantes.

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.

   Agente tensioactivo

   • 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.

   Sinónimossurface-active agentwetting agent