Abstract
The effect of cetyltrimethylammonium bromide concentration above the critical micelle concentration on the profile of aqueous films between an approaching squalene droplet and a hydrophobic silica surface is investigated using the technique of imaging reflectometry. Drainage through the film periphery was observed to display viscous fingering effects and occurred via dendritic channels. This is explained to result from a combination of viscosity and interfacial tension effects. To our knowledge, this is the first time behavior such as this has been observed in a system involving the approach of a droplet to a solid surface.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
