FORMULATIONS

A formulation is a mixture that has been carefully designed as a USEFUL PRODUCT. These are complex mixtures in which EACH CHEMICAL has a particular PURPOSE.

For example in PAINT, the components mixed together include:

PIGMENT: Provides the colour.

BINDER: Creates a film to HOLD the pigment in place.

SOLVENT: DISSOLVES the components and alters the VISCOSITY.

Another example would be in TABLETS, which would have many important components such as the active ingredient, binders and coatings.

Formulations are made by mixing the components in carefully MEASURED quantities to ensure that the product has the required properties.

Other examples of formulations found in everyday products include:

FUELS, CLEANING AGENTS, PAINTS, MEDICINES, ALLOYS, FERTILISERS, and FOODS.