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Why is lipstick easily removed by petroleum jelly but not by water?
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∙ 16y ago
Like dissolves like. Lipstick is made of greasy or polar molecules, and so is petroleum jelly. Water is a polar molecule. Just like oil and water don't mix, nor does water and lipstick. Water is good at removing polar molecules (like salt for instance), but not good at removing grease. That is why you have to use soap to clean clothes -- because water alone does not remove grease or oils.
See the Related Questions for more about how soap works.
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Is Petroleum jelly electrically conductive?
No, petroleum jelly is not electrically conductive because it is an insulator, meaning it does not allow electricity to pass through it easily. It can even be used to insulate electrical connections to prevent short circuits.
Is petroluem jelly water based?
No, petroleum jelly is not water-based. It is made from petroleum byproducts and forms a protective barrier on the skin to lock in moisture. It is not soluble in water.
What temperature does petroleum jelly freeze?
Petroleum jelly typically freezes at around 50-60 degrees Fahrenheit (10-15 degrees Celsius).
Will petroleum jelly conduct electricity?
No, it is a petroleum/wax/oil based compound. Electrons do not freely travel between molecules, in that, it's a dielectric. Similarly to the dielectric fluid in a transformer, petroleum jelly can be used as an insulator. It's thermal conduction isn't as good.
Is petroleum jelly homogeneous?
Yes, petroleum jelly is considered homogeneous because it has a uniform composition throughout, with the same properties and components in all parts of the mixture.
Can you put petroleum jelly on a burn?
Petroleum jelly has many uses. Petroleum jelly may be put on a burn to help soothe it. Petroleum jelly may also reduce scarring.
Is petroleum jelly an oil?
No, contrary to popular belief, petroleum jelly is in fact a jelly.
Is there latex in patroleum jelly?
No, petroleum jelly does not contain latex. Petroleum jelly is made from petroleum, while latex is derived from the milky sap of rubber trees. They are two different substances with different chemical compositions.
Does lipstick have crude oil inside of it?
Yes, well sort of. Petroleum jelly is derived from oil, as you can read about in the attached link. Lipstick is made of many products that are derived from plants. Carnuba wax comes from palms. See links.
Why is it called petroleum jelly when it is made with petrolatum and not some oil?
Petroleum jelly is made from petrolatum, a mixture of hydrocarbons derived from petroleum. The name "petroleum jelly" comes from the fact that it is derived from petroleum, not necessarily from being an actual jelly made from oil.
How do you preserve eggs with petroleum jelly?
You don't put eggs in petroleum jelly to preserve.
How much petroleum is in petroleum jelly?
a bit
Does petroleum jelly have gasoline in it?
No, petroleum jelly does not contain gasoline. Petroleum jelly is made from a mixture of mineral oils and waxes, while gasoline is a refined petroleum product used as fuel for engines.
Is petroleum jelly a compound word?
Yes, "petroleum jelly" is a compound word because it consists of two separate words ("petroleum" and "jelly") that are combined to create a new term.
What is peteroluem jelly?
Petroleum jelly is a semisolid mixture of hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum. I do not know what Peteroluem jelly is, maybe a semisolid mixture of Peters??
Does petroleum jelly have lanolin in it?
No. Petroleum jelly is a byproduct of the refining of oil. Lanolin is extracted from the skin of sheep.
What are the chemical in petroleum jelly?
do not no
