surfactant

• Substância química que reduz a tensão superficial de um líquido quando dissolvida nele; é usada em detergentes, emulsificantes e agentes umectantes.

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.

   Surfactante

   • 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.

   Sinônimossurface-active agentwetting agent