Manipal MET2014ChemistrySurface Chemistry
Potassium stearate is obtained by the saponification of an oil or fat. It has formula CH ₃- ( CH ₂ )₁₆- COOK . The molecule has a lyophobic terminal CH ₃ and a lyophilic terminal - COOK. Potassium stearate is an example of
Options
- AIyophilic colloid
- Blyophobic colloid
- Cmacromolecular colloid
- Dmicelle
Correct answer
D. micelle
Step-by-step solution
Potassium stearate is an example of micelle.