What are emulsions? Write two applications of emulsification.

Answer:
emulsion is a mixture of two liquids that would ordinarily not mix together, like oil and vinegar. Or in other word When liquid is dispersed in liquid this type of colloidal solution is called emulsion.

There are two types of emulsions.
(i) Oil dispersed in water (O/W type) and
(ii) Water dispersed in oil (W/O type).

Applications: (i) Soap emulsifies grease and takes it away in water along with the dirt.
(ii) Digestion of fats in the intestines is aided by emulsification.