Amphiphile Definition

noun

(chemistry) A chemical compound which has both hydrophilic and hydrophobic properties. Many such compounds are used as surfactants.

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Other Word Forms of Amphiphile

Noun

Singular:
amphiphile
Plural:
amphiphiles

Origin of Amphiphile

  • From the Greek "amphis" = both, and "philia" = love

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