Emulsion

Noun

Définitions

1.NounA stable suspension of small droplets of one liquid in another with which it is immiscible.

"Mayonnaise is an emulsion where egg is used to keep oil and water mixed."

2.NounA colloid in which both phases are liquid.

3.NounThe coating of photosensitive silver halide grains in a thin gelatine layer on a photographic film.

4.VerbTo paint with emulsion paint.

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