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micelle (mīsel´), n a space formed by the brush structure of fibrils in colloidal gels. The spaces are occupied by water in hydrocolloid impressions. micelle a supermolecular colloid particle, most often a packet of chain molecules in parallel arrangement. A stage in the luminal phase of fat digestion; bile salts form spheres containing fatty acids, monoglycerides and the fat-soluble vitamins. critical micelle concentration the concentration of bile salts in solutions at which they aggregate into poymolecular aggregates called micelles. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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