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Stability of n-Dodecyl-beta-D-maltoside in buffer solutions for assay experiments
I have a buffer system which contains multiple salts and in addition DTT and n-Dodecyl-beta-D-maltoside.
I understand that DTT is hydrolysing quite fast and this component must be used always fresh ...
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Why is aqueous solution of lauyl glucoside alkaline?
What is the reaction of dissociation of lauryl glucoside? It's aqueous solution pH is much higher than 7, it's definately alkaline. Why is that? It's nonionic surfactant and as far as I know it only ...
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Wetting agent for H2O2 solution
I need to increase the wetting of an $\ce{H2O2}$ solution on ceramic surfaces. Does anyone know of a common chemical I can use for this?
The properties it would ideally have are:
Increases wetting ...
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Why does Dead Sea water feel greasy?
The best explanation I found so far is this:
These salts (magnesium, potassium, sodium, etc.) are responsible for the "greasy" feel of the water.
But it doesn’t say which salts exactly are ...
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Can cationic species form micelles?
Most of the books dive into formation of micelles by soaps. They go on talking about alkyl sulphate and carboxylates, but never do they mention anything about cations. My textbook says that at ...
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How does NaCl (or any inorganic salt) increase surface tension?
Does the compound "prefer" to stay in the solution?
If yes, wouldn't the surface tension of the solution be equal to that of pure water, since only water is in the surface?
See: Does NaCl reduce the ...
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How do I create a transparent liquid for ferrofluid display?
Hello~ I am a media art artists working in Korea.
Recently, create a kinetic artwork using ferrofluid.
I need to create an artificial pond with a diameter of 3 meters. So I need a lot of suspension ...
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Do dishwashing detergent and stain remover powder/stick have the similar ability to remove collar rings?
For yellow rings on shirts caused by skin grease or sweat:
Some recommended to use an "Oxyclean" stain remover or stain remover stick
for cleaning.
Some recommended to use dishwashing detergent to ...
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