| Abstract: | With some selected examples the important role of functional polymers in daily life is demonstrated. Although added in very small amounts, these macromolecules largely influence the physical properties of the total system. Main applications are laundry and detergents, paper and textile manufacturing, pharmaceutical formulations, food processing and cosmetics. In these applications, functional polymers are used due to their ability to disperse, solubilize, agglomerate, adsorb, flocculate, solidify or thicken other molecules in the system. |
