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HLB
Full Form
Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Balance
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A measure of the degree to which a surfactant (a compound that lowers surface tension) is hydrophilic (water-loving) or lipophilic (oil-loving). Important in emulsion formulation.
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The full form of HLB is Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Balance.
In the field of Science, HLB stands for Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Balance.
A measure of the degree to which a surfactant (a compound that lowers surface tension) is hydrophilic (water-loving) or lipophilic (oil-loving). Important in emulsion formulation.