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Emulsifier Applications

1. What is emulsifier?
 * Emulsifier is a type of surfactant typically used to maintain emulsion (mixtures of immiscible fluids) well dispersed.

2. Briefly explain the chemical structure of emulsifier.
 * Emulsifier have a hydrophobic and hydrophilic end. The glycerin backbone of a fat triglyceride is hydrophilic, and the three fatty acids attached to it make the entire molecule hydrophilic.

3. List a few examples of emulsifier.
 * stearoyl lactylates
 * egg yolk
 * soy lecithin
 * ethoxylated monoglycerides
 * monoglycerides