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Question
How are emulsions classified?
Short Answer
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Solution
Emulsions are mainly of two types:
- Oil-in-water (O/W) emulsion: Oil is dispersed in water. Examples include milk and vanishing cream.
- Water-in-oil (W/O) emulsion: Water is dispersed in oil. Examples include butter and cold cream.
The type of emulsion depends on the nature of the emulsifying agent used.
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