micelle Synonyms
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micelle Meaning
micelle (n)
an electrically charged particle built up from polymeric molecules or ions and occurring in certain colloidal electrolytic solutions like soaps and detergents
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an electrically charged particle built up from polymeric molecules or ions and occurring in certain colloidal electrolytic solutions like soaps and detergents
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The micelle, a spherical aggregate of amphiphilic molecules, forms in aqueous solutions.
The micelle has a hydrophobic core enclosed by a hydrophilic shell, allowing it to solubilize both polar and nonpolar substances.
Micelles are essential for the absorption and mobilization of dietary fats and lipids.
Detergents form micelles that encapsulate dirt and oil molecules, allowing their removal from surfaces.
