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Submitted Chris Haslego, Nov 21 2011 11:21 AM | Last updated Nov 21 2011 01:29 PM




Category: Separation Technology
Question: How does particle size affect the appearance of an oil emulsion in water?
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Answer: For very large or macro molecules, to distinct phases will be present. For particles greater than 1 micron in size, the emulsion will appear milky white. Particles ranging from 0.10 to 1 micron will appear blue-white. Emulsions with particles ranging from 0.05 to 0.10 microns will take on a gray or even semi-transparent look. Particles less than 0.05 microns in diameter will produce a transparent microemulsion that can have three or more phases.


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