Amphiphile
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Amphiphile is a noun meaning (chemistry) A chemical compound which has both hydrophilic and hydrophobic properties. Many such compounds are used as surfactants.
Meaning
(chemistry) A chemical compound which has both hydrophilic and hydrophobic properties. Many such compounds are used as surfactants.
Word Forms
- amphiphiles
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include amphipol, amphipath, bolaamphiphile, ampholyte, hydrophobe, amphoterism.
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