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U.S. Department of Agriculture

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  1. Fields of Study
  2. chemistry
  3. physical phases
  4. micelles

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micelles

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Definition

  • Information Particles consisting of aggregates of molecules held loosely together by secondary bonds. The surface of micelles are usually comprised of amphiphatic compounds that are oriented in a way that minimizes the energy of interaction between the micelle and its environment. Liquids that contain large numbers of suspended micelles are referred to as emulsions.

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    Concept scheme: NALT Full

    Type: Concept definition

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https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/142651

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