Explores the formation and properties of micelles, the role of amphiphilic molecules in solubilizing fats, lyotropic liquid crystals, surface tension, and the Gibbs adsorption isotherm.
Covers the properties of soft matter, including self-assembly, polymers, colloids, intermolecular forces, and the significance of soft materials in diverse applications.
Covers the fundamentals of separation processes and their energy efficiency, focusing on CO₂ separation from air and various techniques used in the industry.
Explores polymer behavior in solution, steric stabilization, surfactants, micelles, and colloids, including charged surface interaction and colloidal stability assessment.
Introduces the basics of heterogeneous catalysis, focusing on catalyst types, surface reactivity, and the role of surface energy in catalytic processes.