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How do emulsifiers help oil and water to mix and not separate?

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To prevent the mixture from separating substances called emulsifiers can be added. These help to form and stabilise the emulsions, preventing or slowing the water and fat/oil from separating. ... The hydrophilic end of the emulsifier molecule is attracted to the water and the hydrophobic end is attracted to the fat/oil.

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