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==Key Stage 4==
===Meaning===
A [[formulation]] is a [[mixture]] which combines the useful [[property|properties]] of several [[chemical]]s in the [[mixture]] chosen for a particular job.
===About Formulations===
Some examples of common [[formulation]]s are:
*Surface Cleaner - Contains [[bleach]] to kill [[bacteria]], a fragrance to give it a pleasant smell and a surfactant to [[Emulsification|emulsify]] oils.
*Paint - A [[dye]] to provide colour and a [[solvent]] for it to be spread over a surface.
*Heartburn Relief - A [[base]] to [[Neutralisation|neutralise]] [[Stomach Acid|stomach acid]], alginic [[acid]] to form a layer to protect the lining of the [[stomach]] and [[oesophagus]].
===Meaning===
A [[formulation]] is a [[mixture]] which combines the useful [[property|properties]] of several [[chemical]]s in the [[mixture]] chosen for a particular job.
===About Formulations===
Some examples of common [[formulation]]s are:
*Surface Cleaner - Contains [[bleach]] to kill [[bacteria]], a fragrance to give it a pleasant smell and a surfactant to [[Emulsification|emulsify]] oils.
*Paint - A [[dye]] to provide colour and a [[solvent]] for it to be spread over a surface.
*Heartburn Relief - A [[base]] to [[Neutralisation|neutralise]] [[Stomach Acid|stomach acid]], alginic [[acid]] to form a layer to protect the lining of the [[stomach]] and [[oesophagus]].