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Which of the following best describes an interface?
Which of the following best describes an interface?
- The boundary between two or more phases that coexist (correct)
- The boundary between a solid and a gaseous phase
- The boundary between two adjacent solid phases
- The boundary between a liquid and a gaseous phase
What is the significance of interfacial phenomena in pharmacy?
What is the significance of interfacial phenomena in pharmacy?
- Bonding of molecules within a solid phase
- Formation and stability of emulsions (correct)
- Formation of gaseous suspensions
- Penetration of gases through biological membranes
What type of forces are experienced by molecules at the surface of a liquid?
What type of forces are experienced by molecules at the surface of a liquid?
- Attractive forces with molecules of a different phase
- No forces are experienced at the surface of a liquid
- Only repulsive forces with other liquid molecules
- Only attractive cohesive forces with other liquid molecules below and adjacent to them (correct)
What is the net effect of cohesive forces on molecules in the bulk of a liquid?
What is the net effect of cohesive forces on molecules in the bulk of a liquid?
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