cationic detergent

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Synonyms: anionic detergent, cationic detergents

Antonyms: anionic detergent, cationic detergents

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|physical chemistry}} Any detergent in which the [[lipophilic]] part of the molecule is a [[cation]]; examples include long-chain [[quaternary ammonium]] compounds

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