A mixture of two immiscible liquids A and B forms an emulsion. The interfacial tension between A and B is . A surfactant is added to stabilize the emulsion. Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the effect of the surfactant on and the stability of the emulsion?
The surfactant decreases , increasing the emulsion's stability.
The surfactant increases , increasing the emulsion's stability.
The surfactant decreases , decreasing the emulsion's stability.
The surfactant increases , decreasing the emulsion's stability.
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