detergents

Definition of detergents in English English dictionary: plural of detergent; low-sudsing; high-sudsing
detergent: Having the power to clean
detergent: {n} a medicin which cleases
detergent: A surfactant that has cleaning properties in dilute solutions As commercial cleaning products, detergents are actually formulations containing a number of chemical components besides surfactants
detergent: an additive in crankcase oils generally combined with dispersant additives A detergent chemically neutralizes acidic contaminants in the oil before they become insoluble and fall out of the oil, forming sludge Neutral or basic compounds are created which can remain in suspension in the oil DISPERSANTS operate to break up insoluble contaminant particles already formed Particles are kept finely divided so that they can remain "dispersed" or colloidally suspended in the oil
detergent: Synthetic washing agent that helps to remove dirt and oil Some contain compounds which kill useful bacteria and encourage algae growth when they are in wastewater that reaches receiving waters
detergent: A substance which cleanses the skin, as water or soap; a medicine to cleanse wounds, ulcers, etc
detergent: a surface-active chemical widely used in industry and laundering
detergent: a cleansing agent that differs from soap but can also emulsify oils and hold dirt in suspension
detergent: Agent for loosening and removing residues and deposits from sliding surfaces
detergent: any non-soap cleaning agent, especially a synthetic surfactant
detergent: In lubrication, either an additive or a compounded lubricant having the property of keeping insoluble matter in suspension thus preventing its deposition where it would be harmful A detergent may also redisperse deposits already formed
detergent: A detergent is a cleaning or wetting agent, classed as anionic if it has a negative charge and cationic if it has a positive charge
detergent: Detergent is a chemical substance, usually in the form of a powder or liquid, which is used for washing things such as clothes or dishes. a liquid or powder used for washing clothes, dishes etc (détergent, from tergere ). Any of various surfactants (substances that reduce surface tension) used to dislodge dirt from soiled surfaces and retain it in suspension, allowing it to be rinsed away. The term usually refers to synthetic substances and excludes soaps. The characteristic features of a molecule of any detergent are a hydrophilic (water-attracting) end and a hydrophobic (oil-attracting) end. In ionic detergents, the hydrophilic property is conferred by the ionized part of the molecule. In nonionic detergents, hydrophilicity is based on the presence of multiple hydroxyl groups or other hydrophilic groups. Besides those used in water to clean dishes and laundry, detergents that function in other solvents are used in lubricating oils, gasolines, and dry-cleaning solvents to prevent or remove unwanted deposits. They are also used as emulsifying agents (see emulsion)
detergent: a compound with a lipophilic tail and a hydrophilic head
detergent: Cleansing; purging
detergent: {s} purifying, making clean
detergent: A product designed to render, for example, oils and greases soluble in water, usually made from synthetic surfactants
detergent: a substance that is used for cleaning
detergent: {i} cleansing agent, substance which removes dirt and other impurities
detergent: (noun) a cleansing substance, especially a synthetic liquid that dissolves dirt and oil
detergent: Any substance that reduces the surface tension of water; specifically a surface-active-agent; also refers to a formulated cleaning product that contains surfactants, builders, and other additives
detergent: A cleaning agent which aids in the removal of soil from surfaces
detergent: A surface active agent that possess the ability to clean soiled surfaces
detergent: A water-soluble cleansing agent, other than soap Dewater The separation of water from sludge, to produce a solid cake Diffuser A component of the ozone contacting system in an ozone generator that allows diffusion of an ozone containing gas
detergent: a cleansing agent that differs from soap but can also emulsify oils and hold dirt in suspension a surface-active chemical widely used in industry and laundering having cleansing power
detergent: A washing and cleaning agent with a composition other than soap Detergents unlike soaps are less sensitive to minerals in water
detergent: having cleansing power
detergent: All detergents work in basically the same way They contain molecules that enable them to be soluble in water and attract oil and dirt to them These molecules clean by attracting themselves to dirt via the oleophilic (oil attracting) end The dirt is thereby surrounded by hydrophilic (water attracting) ends which allow it to be wetted and carried away by water Detergents molecules can remain in clothing causing them to attract water and diminish the water repellent properties of the garment Nikwax Tech-Wash is a non-detergent soap that does not leave a residue and actually removes the detergent residues from garments that have been washed in them
detergent: A substance which possesses cleansing or purging properties Soap and antiseptic, for example, are used to rid yarns and fabrics of dirt and soil
detergent: Synthetic washing agent that helps remove dirt and oil Some contain compounds which kill useful bacteria and encourage algae growth when they are in wastewater that reaches receiving waters
detergent: A sythetic substance used for cleaning
detergent: A synthetic analog of soap that contains a long, hydrophobic tail attached to a hydrophilic -SO3- or -OSO3- head
detergent: A substance added to a fuel or lubricant that helps keep engine parts clean
detergent: an agent used for cleansing wounds of sepsis or dead matter
detergent: A chemical compound that reduces the surface tension of water, which promotes wetting and emulsification
detergent: lubricating oil additive-usually metal-organic chemicals-that help control varnish, ring zone deposits and rust in machines and internal combustion engines by keeping oil-insoluble materials in colloidal suspension, and in some cases by neutralizing acids A detergent is normally used in conjunction with a dispersant
detergent: important component of engine oils that helps control varnish, ring zone deposits, and rust by keeping insoluble particles in colloidal suspension and in some cases, by neutralizing acids A detergent is usually a metallic (commonly barium, calcium, or magnesium) compound, such as sulfonate, phosphonate, thiophosphonate, phenate, or salicylate Because of its metallic composition, a detergent leaves a slight ash when the oil is burned A detergent is normally used in conjunction with a dispersant See ash content
detergent: A soap-like emulsifer that contains a sulfate, SO3 or a phosphate group instead of a carboxylate group