Surfactant

Similar term(s): Surface active agent, Wetting agent.

A surfactant is a substance that reduces the surface tension of a liquid in which it is dissolved.

When dissolved in water a surfactant gives a product the ability to remove dirt from surfaces such as the human skin, textiles, and other solids.

Source: GreenFacts

Biocide(s) - Surface tension

GreenFacts Summary on Effects of Biocides on antibiotic resistance:

• 1.3 How do biocides act?

Marine Litter

Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA)

Cancer